Mountain town in Blagoevgrad Province, Bulgaria
Bansko weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bansko
Ski season runs December–March (busiest around holidays). June–September suits hiking in Pirin; April–May and October–November are quiet and many places close.
Bansko weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°57 mm
- Feb5°48 mm
- Mar9°61 mm
- Apr14°60 mm
- May19°72 mm
- Jun23°80 mm
- Jul26°59 mm
- Aug27°49 mm
- Sep22°51 mm
- Oct16°53 mm
- Nov11°44 mm
- Dec5°60 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -5°C23°F | 57 mm | 90% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C41°F | -4°C25°F | 48 mm | 87% | Cold |
| March | 9°C48°F | -1°C31°F | 61 mm | 83% | Cold |
| April | 14°C57°F | 3°C38°F | 60 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 8°C47°F | 72 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C74°F | 12°C54°F | 80 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 14°C57°F | 59 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C80°F | 14°C57°F | 49 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 10°C50°F | 51 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C62°F | 5°C42°F | 53 mm | 76% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 1°C35°F | 44 mm | 82% | Cold |
| December | 5°C40°F | -3°C27°F | 60 mm | 87% | Cold |
Best months across Bulgaria
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Sofia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Plovdiv | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Bansko | Jan–Mar, Jun–Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Varna | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Sunny Beach | Jun–Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Nessebar | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Golden Sands | Jun–Sep | Aug (30°C) |
| Veliko Tarnovo | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Sozopol | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Burgas | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (30°C) |
| Borovets | Jan–Mar | Aug (27°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bansko?
Jan–Mar, Jun–Sep. Ski season runs December–March (busiest around holidays). June–September suits hiking in Pirin; April–May and October–November are quiet and many places close.
When is the rainy season in Bansko?
Rain peaks in June with about 80 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bansko?
August, with average highs of 27°C (80°F).
How cold does Bansko get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (23°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.