Climate Insights for Samokov

Sofia, Bulgaria

Hottest
August
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low21°F low
Wettest
June
154 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Samokov is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,049 mm of precipitation falls per year. Samokov receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Samokov 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 -6°C. Samokov experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Samokov is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 41.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Samokov receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Samokov 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 21°F. Samokov experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -6°FebMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -4°MarMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: -1°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 2°MayMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 6°JunMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 10°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°SepMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 8°OctMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 4°NovMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°DecMax: 4°Average: 0°Min: -3°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 35°FAverage: 28°FMin: 21°FFebMax: 42°FAverage: 33°FMin: 25°FMarMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 46°FMin: 35°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 53°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 48°FMin: 39°FNovMax: 48°FAverage: 40°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 39°FAverage: 32°FMin: 26°F
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Temperatures in Samokov vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Samokov vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 64°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 21°F and the daily average is 28°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 52mmFebPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 38mmMarPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 39mmAprPrecipitation: 101mmSnow: 19mmMayPrecipitation: 142mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 154mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 79mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 6mmNovPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 19mmDecPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 45mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 21inFebPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 15inMarPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 15inAprPrecipitation: 4inSnow (in): 8inMayPrecipitation: 5.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 18in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Samokov is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,049 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 154 mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 54 mm. That's 100 mm 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. Samokov receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 219cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Samokov is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.1 in. That's 3.9 in 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. Samokov receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 86in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 21in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Samokov is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Samokov is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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

Jan-2°28°F
Feb1°33°F
Mar3°38°F
Apr8°46°F
May11°53°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul18°65°F
Aug18°64°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct9°48°F
Nov4°40°F
Dec0°32°F

The best time to visit Samokov is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Samokov is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 21°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Samokov 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 Samokov 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
-6 °C21 °F
2 °C35 °F
6 km/h3 mph
75 mm3 in
52 cm21 in
Feb
-4 °C25 °F
6 °C42 °F
6 km/h4 mph
55 mm2.2 in
38 cm15 in
Mar
-1 °C29 °F
8 °C47 °F
6 km/h4 mph
88 mm3.5 in
39 cm15 in
Apr
2 °C35 °F
13 °C55 °F
6 km/h4 mph
101 mm4 in
19 cm8 in
May
6 °C43 °F
16 °C61 °F
6 km/h4 mph
142 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C51 °F
21 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
154 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
98 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C47 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
4 °C39 °F
15 °C59 °F
5 km/h3 mph
57 mm2.3 in
6 cm2 in
Nov
0 °C33 °F
9 °C48 °F
5 km/h3 mph
69 mm2.7 in
19 cm8 in
Dec
-3 °C26 °F
4 °C39 °F
5 km/h3 mph
77 mm3 in
45 cm18 in