Climate Insights for Veliko Tarnovo

Bulgaria

Hottest
August
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
May
96 mm rain3.8 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Veliko Tarnovo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 765 mm of precipitation falls per year. Veliko Tarnovo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 30.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Veliko Tarnovo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Veliko Tarnovo 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

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -3°FebMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: -1°MarMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°AprMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°MayMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 10°JunMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 15°JulMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 17°AugMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°SepMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°OctMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 7°NovMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 4°DecMax: 6°Average: 3°Min: 0°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 27°FFebMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 31°FMarMax: 53°FAverage: 44°FMin: 36°FAprMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 42°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 60°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 59°FJulMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FSepMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FOctMax: 65°FAverage: 54°FMin: 45°FNovMax: 53°FAverage: 45°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 44°FAverage: 37°FMin: 32°F
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Temperatures in Veliko Tarnovo 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°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 10°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 Veliko Tarnovo 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 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 34°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 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 36mmFebPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 28mmMarPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 18mmAprPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 96mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 88mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 59mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 70mmSnow: 18mmDecPrecipitation: 71mmSnow: 28mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 11inMarPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 7inDecPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 11in
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Veliko Tarnovo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 765 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 96 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 30 mm. That's 65 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 36cm.Veliko Tarnovo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 3.8 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.2 in. That's 2.6 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

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

Veliko Tarnovo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 8km/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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Veliko Tarnovo 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 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

Jan1°34°F
Feb4°38°F
Mar7°44°F
Apr11°52°F
May15°60°F
Jun21°69°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep18°65°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov7°45°F
Dec3°37°F

The best time to visit Veliko Tarnovo is during May, 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 62 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 Veliko Tarnovo is during May, 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 2.4 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 Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo 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
-3 °C27 °F
5 °C41 °F
8 km/h5 mph
64 mm2.5 in
36 cm14 in
Feb
-1 °C31 °F
8 °C47 °F
8 km/h5 mph
53 mm2.1 in
28 cm11 in
Mar
2 °C36 °F
12 °C53 °F
8 km/h5 mph
63 mm2.5 in
18 cm7 in
Apr
6 °C42 °F
17 °C62 °F
8 km/h5 mph
71 mm2.8 in
4 cm2 in
May
10 °C50 °F
20 °C69 °F
8 km/h5 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C59 °F
26 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
88 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
29 °C84 °F
7 km/h4 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C62 °F
29 °C85 °F
7 km/h4 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
7 km/h5 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C45 °F
18 °C65 °F
7 km/h4 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
11 °C53 °F
7 km/h4 mph
70 mm2.8 in
18 cm7 in
Dec
0 °C32 °F
6 °C44 °F
8 km/h5 mph
71 mm2.8 in
28 cm11 in