Town in Burgas Province, Bulgaria
Sozopol weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sozopol
May–June and September–October are warm, calmer and cheaper. July–August is crowded, especially during festivals; most places close from November to March.
Sozopol weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°64 mm
- Feb8°47 mm
- Mar12°45 mm
- Apr16°34 mm
- May22°45 mm
- Jun28°49 mm
- Jul30°47 mm
- Aug30°26 mm
- Sep25°52 mm
- Oct19°68 mm
- Nov14°46 mm
- Dec8°63 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C44°F | 0°C32°F | 64 mm | 87% | Cold |
| February | 8°C47°F | 1°C33°F | 47 mm | 84% | Cold |
| March | 12°C54°F | 3°C38°F | 45 mm | 80% | Cool |
| April | 16°C61°F | 7°C44°F | 34 mm | 76% | Cool |
| May | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 45 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 17°C63°F | 49 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C86°F | 20°C68°F | 47 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 20°C68°F | 26 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C78°F | 16°C61°F | 52 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| October | 19°C67°F | 11°C52°F | 68 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 14°C57°F | 7°C44°F | 46 mm | 83% | Cool |
| December | 8°C47°F | 2°C35°F | 63 mm | 86% | 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 Sozopol?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are warm, calmer and cheaper. July–August is crowded, especially during festivals; most places close from November to March.
When is the rainy season in Sozopol?
Rain peaks in October with about 68 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sozopol?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Sozopol get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (32°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.