Climate Insights for Sofia
Centre, Sredec, Sofia-City, Bulgaria
Climate Overview
The climate in Sofia is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 637 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 77 mm of rainfall. Sofia 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Sofia is temperate. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 25.1 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3 in of rainfall. Sofia 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 23°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sofia vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°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.Temperatures in Sofia 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 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 30°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°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
Sofia is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 637 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 77 mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 28 mm. That's 49 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 34cm.Sofia is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.1 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3 in of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.1 in. That's 1.9 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Sofia 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.Sofia 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
The best time to visit Sofia is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Sofia is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Sofia 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 Sofia 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.