Bulgaria Weather
🇧🇬 1 city covered · Europe
· humid subtropical climate
Best time to visit
July to October
Weather in Bulgaria at a glance
Our Bulgaria coverage centers on Sofia, which has a humid subtropical climate. Expect average highs around 82°F (28°C) in July and 40°F (4°C) in January, with about 107 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Quick facts
- Covered city: Sofia - annual average 53°
- Best time to visit: July to October
- Climate type: humid subtropical
The bigger picture
Sofia averages 9.6 hours of sunshine per day and roughly 667 mm (26.3 inches) of precipitation annually, plus around 15 snowy days. The most comfortable window is generally July to October. See the full month-by-month breakdown on the Sofia climate page.
Live weather across Bulgaria today
Bulgaria cities compared
| City | Annual avg | Hottest month | Coldest month | Rainy days/yr | Sun h/day | Snowy days/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia | 53° | Jul · 82° | Jan · 26° | 107 | 9.6 | 15 |
Bulgaria weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 26° | 9 | 6.4 h/day |
| February | 48° | 30° | 8 | 7.6 h/day |
| March | 53° | 34° | 12 | 8.2 h/day |
| April | 62° | 42° | 10 | 10.4 h/day |
| May | 69° | 50° | 14 | 11.2 h/day |
| June | 77° | 58° | 12 | 13.0 h/day |
| July | 82° | 62° | 6 | 13.8 h/day |
| August | 83° | 62° | 6 | 12.4 h/day |
| September | 75° | 55° | 5 | 10.5 h/day |
| October | 65° | 46° | 7 | 8.7 h/day |
| November | 53° | 37° | 9 | 6.7 h/day |
| December | 44° | 30° | 10 | 6.1 h/day |
Bulgaria weather FAQs
When is the best time to visit Bulgaria?
Averaged across the covered cities, July to October offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Bulgaria?
Yes - Sofia sees regular snowfall. Sofia gets the most, about 15 snowy days in a typical year.
What is the climate of Bulgaria like?
The covered cities fall under humid subtropical climate. That means hot, humid summers and generally mild winters.