Capital city in Sofia City, Bulgaria
Sofia weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sofia
May–June and September–October are mild. Jul–Aug is hot; winter is cold with heavy smog from heating; the ski season runs December–March.
Sofia weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°51 mm
- Feb6°45 mm
- Mar11°57 mm
- Apr16°57 mm
- May22°80 mm
- Jun26°85 mm
- Jul29°68 mm
- Aug30°58 mm
- Sep24°54 mm
- Oct18°57 mm
- Nov12°42 mm
- Dec5°51 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C39°F | -5°C24°F | 51 mm | 90% | Cold |
| February | 6°C43°F | -3°C26°F | 45 mm | 85% | Cold |
| March | 11°C52°F | 0°C33°F | 57 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 16°C61°F | 5°C41°F | 57 mm | 74% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 10°C51°F | 80 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 14°C58°F | 85 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C85°F | 16°C62°F | 68 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C85°F | 16°C61°F | 58 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C76°F | 12°C53°F | 54 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C64°F | 6°C44°F | 57 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C53°F | 2°C35°F | 42 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 5°C41°F | -3°C27°F | 51 mm | 88% | 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 Sofia?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are mild. Jul–Aug is hot; winter is cold with heavy smog from heating; the ski season runs December–March.
When is the rainy season in Sofia?
Rain peaks in June with about 85 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sofia?
August, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Sofia get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (24°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Sofia Airport
- Sofia Metropolitan
- Sofia Urban Mobility Center
- Bolt Bulgaria
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.