City in Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria
Plovdiv weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Plovdiv
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild and pleasant. Jul–Aug can pass 35°C; winters are cold and foggy, with few visitors.
Plovdiv weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°60 mm
- Feb9°48 mm
- Mar14°56 mm
- Apr19°47 mm
- May25°67 mm
- Jun29°71 mm
- Jul32°56 mm
- Aug33°35 mm
- Sep27°50 mm
- Oct21°56 mm
- Nov14°49 mm
- Dec8°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -2°C28°F | 60 mm | 84% | Cold |
| February | 9°C49°F | -1°C31°F | 48 mm | 80% | Cold |
| March | 14°C57°F | 3°C37°F | 56 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 7°C45°F | 47 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C76°F | 13°C55°F | 67 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C85°F | 17°C63°F | 71 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C90°F | 19°C67°F | 56 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| August | 33°C91°F | 19°C67°F | 35 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 15°C58°F | 50 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 9°C48°F | 56 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| November | 14°C58°F | 4°C40°F | 49 mm | 78% | Cool |
| December | 8°C47°F | 0°C31°F | 64 mm | 83% | 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 Plovdiv?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild and pleasant. Jul–Aug can pass 35°C; winters are cold and foggy, with few visitors.
When is the rainy season in Plovdiv?
Rain peaks in June with about 71 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Plovdiv?
August, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Plovdiv get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°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 1.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.