Best Time to Visit
🇧🇬 Sofia, Bulgaria · Europe
Based on 30-year climate data (1991-2020) from Open-Meteo
Jan
4°
-4°
Good
Feb
6°
-3°
Good
Mar
10°
1°
Good
Apr
15°
5°
Great
May
20°
10°
Good
Jun
24°
14°
Great
Jul
26°
16°
Great
Aug
27°
16°
Great
Sep
22°
12°
Great
Oct
17°
7°
Great
Nov
11°
2°
Good
Dec
5°
-2°
Good
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sunshine | Humidity | UV | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | -4°C | 8 | 7h | 65% | 1 | Good | View |
| February | 6°C | -3°C | 8 | 8h | 65% | 1 | Good | View |
| March | 10°C | 1°C | 10 | 9h | 65% | 6 | Good | View |
| AprilRecommended | 15°C | 5°C | 12 | 10h | 65% | 6 | Great | View |
| May | 20°C | 10°C | 13 | 11h | 65% | 9 | Good | View |
| JuneRecommended | 24°C | 14°C | 12 | 13h | 65% | 9 | Great | View |
| JulyRecommended | 26°C | 16°C | 9 | 13h | 65% | 9 | Great | View |
| AugustRecommended | 27°C | 16°C | 7 | 12h | 65% | 9 | Great | View |
| SeptemberRecommended | 22°C | 12°C | 6 | 10h | 65% | 6 | Great | View |
| OctoberRecommended | 17°C | 7°C | 7 | 8h | 65% | 6 | Great | View |
| November | 11°C | 2°C | 7 | 7h | 65% | 1 | Good | View |
| December | 5°C | -2°C | 9 | 6h | 65% | 1 | Good | View |
Data source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis archive, 30-year historical normals (1991-2020). Temperatures in Celsius. Sunshine hours are daily averages.
Avg: 15°C high, 5°C low
Mild conditions at 15°C (59°F), layers recommended. Rain is frequent, waterproof gear recommended. Nights cool to 5°C (41°F).
Avg: 26°C high, 15°C low
Comfortable warmth at 26°C (79°F), ideal for outdoor activities. Occasional showers possible. Nights cool to 15°C (59°F).
Avg: 17°C high, 7°C low
Mild conditions at 17°C (63°F), layers recommended. Occasional showers possible. Nights cool to 7°C (45°F).
Avg: 5°C high, -3°C low
Cool to cold at 5°C (41°F), warm clothing essential. Occasional showers possible. Nights cool to -3°C (27°F).
The least favorable time to visit Sofia is January and December. During this period, you can expect freezing temperatures.
January
Challenges: freezing temperatures
December
Challenges: freezing temperatures
Note: visiting during off-peak months often means lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more authentic experience.
Packing recommendations for visiting Sofia during the best travel months (August, September, October), when temperatures range from 12°C to 22°C:
Sofia has a continental climate (Koppen classification: Dfb). The warmest month is August with highs of 27°C, while the coldest month is January at just 4°C. Annual rainfall averages 586mm across approximately 108 rain days.
| Metric | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 4 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 22 | 17 | 11 | 5 |
| Low °C | -4 | -3 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -2 |
| Rain Days | 8 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 9 |
| Rain mm | 40 | 39 | 56 | 60 | 71 | 62 | 53 | 36 | 36 | 49 | 38 | 46 |
| Sun h/day | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
| Humidity % | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| UV Index | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
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