2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Sofia in April

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

April is a good time to visit Sofia. Sofia has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 16°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

16°C

Avg Low

4°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

13.4h

Is April a good time to visit Sofia?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:46 AM

Sunset

8:08 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C -3°C 5 Good
February 10°C -1°C 10 Good
March 12°C 1°C 13 Wet
April 16°C 4°C 9 Good
May 21°C 10°C 13 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 13°C 13 Excellent (best)
July 26°C 16°C 7 Good
August 27°C 16°C 11 Good
September 25°C 13°C 4 Excellent (best)
October 18°C 8°C 10 Excellent (best)
November 11°C 2°C 5 Good
December 8°C 1°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for April

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is April a good time to visit Sofia? +

April is typically Good for visiting Sofia, with average highs of 16°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Sofia in April? +

With highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Sofia in April? +

Sofia typically sees around 9 rainy days in April.

How many hours of daylight are there in Sofia in April? +

In April, Sofia gets approximately 13.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is April peak season in Sofia? +

No, April is not peak season in Sofia. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Sofia? +

The best months to visit Sofia are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Sofia)

Last Updated: January 2026

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