City in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria
Veliko Tarnovo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Veliko Tarnovo
May–June and September–October are mild and clear. Jul–Aug is hot; winters are cold and foggy with fewer visitors.
Veliko Tarnovo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°48 mm
- Feb7°42 mm
- Mar12°49 mm
- Apr18°44 mm
- May23°76 mm
- Jun28°79 mm
- Jul31°66 mm
- Aug31°47 mm
- Sep26°57 mm
- Oct19°55 mm
- Nov12°40 mm
- Dec6°53 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C40°F | -3°C26°F | 48 mm | 88% | Cold |
| February | 7°C45°F | -2°C29°F | 42 mm | 84% | Cold |
| March | 12°C54°F | 2°C35°F | 49 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 6°C43°F | 44 mm | 72% | Cool |
| May | 23°C74°F | 12°C53°F | 76 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 16°C61°F | 79 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C87°F | 18°C65°F | 66 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C88°F | 18°C65°F | 47 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C78°F | 13°C56°F | 57 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| October | 19°C66°F | 8°C46°F | 55 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C54°F | 3°C38°F | 40 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 6°C43°F | -2°C29°F | 53 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 Veliko Tarnovo?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are mild and clear. Jul–Aug is hot; winters are cold and foggy with fewer visitors.
When is the rainy season in Veliko Tarnovo?
Rain peaks in June with about 79 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Veliko Tarnovo?
August, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Veliko Tarnovo get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -3°C (26°F).
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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 1.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.