Climate Insights for Bratan
Kotel, Sliven, Bulgaria
Climate Overview
The climate in Bratan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 828 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bratan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bratan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 133cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Bratan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 53°F and approximately 32.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Bratan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bratan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 52in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bratan vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Bratan vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bratan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 828 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 110 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 37 mm. That's 73 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 133cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Bratan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.5 in. That's 2.9 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 52in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.
Wind
Bratan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Bratan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bratan is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 48 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bratan is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bratan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bratan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.