Climate Insights for Gorna Oryahovitsa

Obshtina Gorna Oryahovitsa, Oblast Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Hottest
August
31°C peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low
Wettest
June
75mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gorna Oryahovitsa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 602mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 75mm of rainfall. Gorna Oryahovitsa 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -2° Feb Max: 9° Average: 5° Min: 0° Mar Max: 12° Average: 7° Min: 3° Apr Max: 18° Average: 12° Min: 6° May Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jun Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 16° Jul Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Oct Max: 20° Average: 13° Min: 8° Nov Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 4° Dec Max: 7° Average: 4° Min: 0°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Gorna Oryahovitsa vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 56mm Snow: 20mm Feb Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 14mm Mar Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 10mm Apr Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 59mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 75mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 10mm Dec Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 13mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gorna Oryahovitsa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 602mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 50mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 75mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 22mm. That's 53mm less than June, 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 67cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Gorna Oryahovitsa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gorna Oryahovitsa, which began on March 20, 2026. Gorna Oryahovitsa is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 175mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 4 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -2 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 156mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Expect around 47cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr 12°
May 17°
Jun 22°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 20°
Oct 13°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Gorna Oryahovitsa is during May, June, 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 45mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. 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 Gorna Oryahovitsa 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-2 °C
5 °C
14 km/h
56 mm
20 cm
Feb
0 °C
9 °C
14 km/h
45 mm
14 cm
Mar Current
3 °C
12 °C
14 km/h
60 mm
10 cm
Apr
6 °C
18 °C
14 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
22 °C
13 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
75 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Oct
8 °C
20 °C
12 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Nov
4 °C
13 °C
13 km/h
60 mm
10 cm
Dec
0 °C
7 °C
13 km/h
55 mm
13 cm
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