When to go to Golden Sands
Jun–Sep has warm sea and open venues; July–August is hot, crowded and loudest. Most hotels and restaurants close from about October to April.
Golden Sands weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°47 mm
- Feb7°34 mm
- Mar11°38 mm
- Apr16°29 mm
- May22°43 mm
- Jun27°50 mm
- Jul30°45 mm
- Aug30°30 mm
- Sep25°51 mm
- Oct18°56 mm
- Nov13°42 mm
- Dec7°49 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | -1°C30°F | 47 mm | 88% | Cold |
| February | 7°C45°F | 0°C32°F | 34 mm | 85% | Cold |
| March | 11°C52°F | 3°C37°F | 38 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 16°C60°F | 7°C44°F | 29 mm | 75% | Cool |
| May | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 43 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 18°C64°F | 50 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C86°F | 20°C68°F | 45 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 20°C68°F | 30 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 16°C61°F | 51 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 11°C51°F | 56 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 13°C55°F | 6°C43°F | 42 mm | 83% | Cool |
| December | 7°C45°F | 1°C34°F | 49 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 Golden Sands?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep has warm sea and open venues; July–August is hot, crowded and loudest. Most hotels and restaurants close from about October to April.
When is the rainy season in Golden Sands?
Rain peaks in October with about 56 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Golden Sands?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Golden Sands get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (30°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Varna Airport (Fraport Twin Star)
- Bulgaria tourism
- University Hospital St. Marina, Varna
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 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.