2026 Climate Averages

Sofia: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Sofia. Best time to visit: May, June, September, October. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Sofia has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 18°C, lows of 7°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Sofia is during May, June, September, October, when conditions are perfect for sightseeing and exploration

Drier season: Jan–Nov Wetter season: Mar–Dec

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Air Quality

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Conditions Excellent

Hottest

30°C July
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 6 days

Coldest

-2°C January
Avg High 7°C
Rain 9 days

Driest Month

6 rainy days February
Avg High 10°C
Avg Low -1°C

Windiest Month

13 km/h

March (gusts 34)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 16°C
Low 6°C
Rain 12 days
Crowds
Moderate
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Summer

Jun–Aug

High 28°C
Low 15°C
Rain 9 days
Crowds
Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 19°C
Low 7°C
Rain 7 days
Crowds
Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Winter

Dec–Feb

High 8°C
Low -1°C
Rain 8 days
Crowds
Quiet
Travel Costs Value Rates

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January

Good
7° / -2°
9d (55mm)
6.4h
80% Very Humid
UV 2.8 Moderate

February

Good
10° / -1°
6d (33mm)
7.7h
73% Humid
UV 4.1 Moderate

March

Good
12° / 2°
10d (58mm)
8.4h
69% Humid
UV 5.7 High

April

Good
16° / 5°
11d (62mm)
10h
69% Humid
UV 7.4 Very High

May

Best
Excellent
21° / 10°
14d (76mm)
10.7h
73% Humid
UV 8 Very High

June

Best
Excellent
26° / 14°
11d (75mm)
12.4h
73% Humid
UV 9.2 Very High

July

Good
30° / 16°
6d (29mm)
13.2h
64% Moderate
UV 9.8 Very High

August

Good
29° / 16°
9d (40mm)
12.2h
64% Moderate
UV 8.4 Very High

September

Best
Excellent
25° / 12°
6d (31mm)
10.1h
68% Humid
UV 6.5 High

October

Best
Excellent
19° / 7°
7d (53mm)
8h
75% Humid
UV 4.4 Moderate

November

Good
12° / 3°
9d (58mm)
6.1h
83% Very Humid
UV 2.7 Moderate

December

Good
8° / 1°
10d (56mm)
5.5h
86% Very Humid
UV 2.2 Moderate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Sofia have?
Sofia has a moderate climate with average yearly temperatures of 18°C and 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Sofia?
The best time to visit Sofia is during May, June, September, October, when temperatures average around 21°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Sofia?
The hottest month in Sofia is July with average highs of 30°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of -2°C.
When is the rainy season in Sofia?
Sofia sees the most rain in May (14 rainy days), while February is the driest month (6 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Sofia?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (-2°C), while July has the warmest evenings (16°C). Pack layers for cooler months.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026

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