🇧🇬 Bulgaria Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
❄️ January
Cold and snowy. Temperatures range from −5°C to 5°C. Snowfall is frequent in mountainous regions like the Balkans and Rhodope Mountains. Lowland areas experience frost and occasional snow.
🌨️ February
Still wintry. Temperatures hover between −3°C and 7°C. Snow continues in higher elevations, while rain and sleet are more common in the plains. Days begin to lengthen slightly.
🌱 March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 6–14°C. Snow melts in lower regions, and rain becomes more frequent. Trees begin to bud, and the countryside starts to green.
🌸 April
Milder and wetter. Highs reach 12–20°C. Rain showers are common, especially in western and central Bulgaria. Blossoms appear, and outdoor activities resume.
🌼 May
Pleasant and vibrant. Temperatures climb to 18–26°C. Rainfall is moderate, and sunshine hours increase. Ideal for hiking, festivals, and countryside travel.
☀️ June
Start of summer. Highs range from 24–30°C. Rain is light, with occasional thunderstorms. Coastal areas along the Black Sea become popular for beachgoers.
🔥 July
Hot and dry. Temperatures reach 28–35°C, especially in southern and inland regions. Rainfall is minimal. Peak season for tourism and outdoor events.
🏖️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 28–34°C. Occasional summer storms inland. The Black Sea coast is lively, with warm sea temperatures and long sunny days.
🍂 September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 22–28°C. Rain returns gradually. Forests begin to change color, and the air becomes crisper.
🌦️ October
Cooler and wetter. Highs drop to 14–20°C. Rainfall increases, especially in the mountains. Autumn foliage peaks across national parks and rural areas.
🌫️ November
Wet and chilly. Highs hover around 8–14°C, with lows near 3°C. Rain is frequent, and foggy mornings are common. Snow may begin in higher elevations.
🎄 December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from −2°C to 6°C. Snowfall resumes in the mountains, while lowlands see cold rain and frost. Holiday lights brighten towns and cities.
