Climate Insights for Pernik

Pernik Center, Bulgaria

Hottest
August
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
March
62 mm rain2.4 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pernik is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 574 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 62 mm of rainfall. Pernik 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 94cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Pernik is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 22.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 2.4 in of rainfall. Pernik 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 37in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 5°Average: 0°Min: -4°FebMax: 9°Average: 3°Min: -2°MarMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 1°AprMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 4°MayMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 8°JunMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°JulMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 15°AugMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 14°SepMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 10°OctMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 5°NovMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 2°DecMax: 7°Average: 2°Min: -1°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 41°FAverage: 33°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 48°FAverage: 38°FMin: 29°FMarMax: 54°FAverage: 44°FMin: 34°FAprMax: 62°FAverage: 51°FMin: 39°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 58°FMin: 47°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FOctMax: 64°FAverage: 52°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 53°FAverage: 43°FMin: 35°FDecMax: 44°FAverage: 36°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Pernik 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 Pernik vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 28mmFebPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 15mmAprPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 49mmSnow: 2mmNovPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 12mmDecPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 11inFebPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 5inDecPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 7in
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Pernik is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 574 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 48 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 62 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 26 mm. That's 36 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 94cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.Pernik is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 2.4 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 in. That's 1.4 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 37in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Pernik is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Pernik is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan0°33°F
Feb3°38°F
Mar6°44°F
Apr11°51°F
May15°58°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul22°71°F
Aug21°71°F
Sep17°63°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov6°43°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit Pernik is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 35 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Pernik is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°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 Pernik 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 Pernik 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-4 °C25 °F
5 °C41 °F
7 km/h4 mph
58 mm2.3 in
28 cm11 in
Feb
-2 °C29 °F
9 °C48 °F
7 km/h5 mph
39 mm1.5 in
17 cm7 in
Mar
1 °C34 °F
12 °C54 °F
8 km/h5 mph
62 mm2.4 in
15 cm6 in
Apr
4 °C39 °F
17 °C62 °F
7 km/h4 mph
52 mm2.1 in
4 cm2 in
May
8 °C47 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C55 °F
25 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C58 °F
28 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
29 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h4 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
18 °C64 °F
6 km/h4 mph
49 mm1.9 in
2 cm1 in
Nov
2 °C35 °F
12 °C53 °F
6 km/h4 mph
56 mm2.2 in
12 cm5 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C44 °F
6 km/h4 mph
60 mm2.4 in
17 cm7 in