Climatic zones of Bulgaria. Temperature in Bulgaria by months

This country is called a paradise, surprisingly combining the beauty of snow-capped mountains and extensive coastal resorts. The climate in Bulgaria is determined by its geographic location, proximity to the sea and terrain. The country is located in the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, washed by the waters of the Black Sea. Having decided in advance on the purpose of the trip, at any time of the year you can choose an activity to your liking: from beach holiday in summer period before skiing in winter. And do not forget about the balneological resorts and sights of this country.

Briefly about seasonal and regional differences

Two climatic zones influence weather Bulgaria. The temperate continental climate covers its large territory. Winters are cold with heavy rainfall and summer months and September are hot.

The south of the country is under the influence of the Mediterranean air masses and from the sea a breath of fresh sea breeze is constantly felt, so the heat is easy to endure.

Starts in December real winter. The climate of Bulgaria by region will differ markedly: on the coast, the temperature does not fall below 0 ° C, and for the Bulgarian capital Sofia -15 ° C - average temperature January.

Along with fogs and rains in the center of Bulgaria, a lot of snow falls in the mountainous part, which is conducive to winter sports. Ski resorts operate from December to April, but the most favorable weather is January and February.

March here is considered to be the month of a good rest in the mountains in the northern part of the country, and May is the beginning of the swimming season on the southern coast. The main flow of tourists falls on the summer period, when the seaside resorts of Sunny Beach, Golden Sands, Burgas and other places are filled with lovers of beach entertainment.

AT last decade winter seasons in Bulgaria are quite mild and severe frosts have become a rarity. December weather is capricious with drops from minus to plus and precipitation in the form of sleet.

In January, the magical time of the holidays comes, which is also favored by temperature indicators - the weather is warm, up to + 6 ° C, but there is a little lack of snow. But already in February there is plenty of it in the Balkans, and ski centers receive many tourists who prefer outdoor activities.

The pearl in the Pirin Mountains is the ski resort of Bansko. Unique climatic conditions with frequent snowfalls, snowboarding and skiing are possible here from December to the end of May.

For winter period the coastal strip is characterized by an average temperature of 4 degrees higher than in the rest of Bulgaria, and sea ​​water does not exceed + 6 ° C, which is completely unsuitable for swimming. Burgas and Varna are quite empty in winter, although travelers drop in here too.

Here is a map of winter temperatures for a number of popular cities.

Spring in Bulgaria: climatic conditions

Snow lies on the slopes of the mountains in March, but the sun is already luring the first greenery, although the weather throughout the country does not exceed + 5-6 ° С.

By mid-spring, temperatures on the Black Sea coast reach +15 °C, which allows you to take walks along the edge of the sea or go sightseeing in cities. But in the center the air is still cold and rarely rises above 0°C.

Closer to May, a sharp warming begins, which entails a green riot and flowering. In a matter of days, many trees and flowers bloom, and the air is fragrant with spring aromas.

In the south, the summer season begins in mid-May, when the water in shallow water warms up to +17°C. The daytime air temperature reaches +20 °C, and the night temperature is kept within +10 °C. This is the time of arrival of the first vacationers to the beaches of Bulgaria and to health resorts, in particular, to the resort of Sandanski, which specializes in the treatment and prevention of asthma.

The opening of the swimming season officially begins in June. At this time, the water warms up to +22 °С, and the daily air temperature reaches +25 °С. The weather is comfortable, but there are occasional showers.

Bulgaria water temperature monthly:

July is the peak beach tourists, which affects prices in Primorye, including housing and excursions. To explore the cities it is cheaper to rent a car or use the services public transport. The climate in Bulgaria in July is quite hot and dry, during the day on the coast +27 °С, in the mountains +20 °С.

By August, the central and mountainous regions of the country warm up, traveling through them will bring much more pleasure than at the beginning of summer.

By the end of the month, the heat near the sea is on the decline, the water becomes a little cooler, but still pleases vacationers. For different types recreation and beach leisure the climate in August in Bulgaria is ideal.

Air temperature in summer:

About the autumn weather

Many parents with children come to the south of the country precisely in the Velvet season- in September, when the water is still warmed up to +23 °C, and the weather is warm. The climate in Bulgaria in September is comfortable temperature indicators. autumn season it is also beautiful with a play of colors and a generous harvest of vegetables and fruits. But although the coastal zone still accepts vacationers on the beaches, in mountainous areas the air can cool to 0 ° C at night, and not rise above +8 ° C during the day.

This is not a hindrance for those who travel.

Since October, tourists have been moving to mountainous regions and centers of balneological resorts.

And no matter what the climate is in Bulgaria, the flow of tourists to the country is increasing. It's time to visit Yambol - ancient city located in the area of ​​the archaeological reserve.

November's wet weather is unpredictable: frequent temperature fluctuations and surprises in the form of rain. If these factors cannot affect the rest, then you can safely go on the road. Below is information on weather conditions during this period:

Months/Cities	Bansko	Sofia	Golden Sands	Burgas	sunny Beach	Pamporovo
September	+8	+23	+24	+24	+24	+16
October	+4	+16	+18	+18	+19	+11
November	0	+8	+13	+12	+13	+6

It has already been mentioned that the climate in Sunny Beach differs significantly from the weather conditions in the central part of the country. Therefore, before traveling, be sure to check the long-term weather forecast. Even in June, you need to take with you not only beach outfits, but also more warm clothes. If you plan to travel around the country (to the mountains or excursions), for example, to Sofia, then you need to remember that daily temperatures in the capital can fluctuate sharply this month. Of course, do not forget to bring a raincoat or umbrella, which is useful for any season.

For those who only like summer climate in Varna, you can not do without a hat, bathing suit, beach umbrella, sunglasses and cream.

Why Bulgaria is comfortable for rest

When choosing a place to stay, you should seriously pay attention to the fact that throughout the year both on the Black Sea coast and in the continental part of the country, the average air humidity is 65%. With such indicators, even 30 ° C heat is tolerated comfortably, and the cold is simply not felt.

The very nature, climate and weather in Bulgaria have created excellent healing conditions for people with various lung diseases, hypertension, as well as for families in which babies grow up. General health is promoted by air, water, a large number of mineral springs and organic products grown with love.

Climate in Bulgaria: Video

The climate of Bulgaria is, in general, continental. Winter in Bulgaria is cold and summer is warm or hot. Climatic conditions are slightly milder in the coastal regions of the Black Sea, and cooler in the hilly regions and in the mountains. The country is exposed to both cold air masses from Northern Europe or Russia, as well as warm air masses from the Mediterranean and North Africa. In the south, the Rhodope Mountains, which separate Bulgaria from Greece, can block the southerly flows - but, however, the strongest heat waves can bypass them.

Bulgaria has two large flat regions, between which passes Mountain chain Stara Planina, stretching from west to east. In the first such region - the Danube Plain - located north of the mountains, separated from Romania by the Danube River, and where the cities of Ruse and Pleven are located, the average air temperature is about -1°C in January, and 22°C in July. In the second region - the Upper Thracian Plain - located south of the mountains, and where the cities of Plovdiv and Stara Zagora are located, the climatic conditions are slightly warmer, with an average air temperature of 1°C in January and 23°C in July. The Upper Athracian lowland is less prone to cold waves, because the Stara Planina mountains partially block the northern winds. The most cold temperature air, recorded on the territory of the Danube Plain over the past 20 years, is approximately -25°C, and on the territory of the Upper Athracian Lowland - about -15°C.

In the east of Bulgaria, in a region of not very wide coastal strip, conditions are milder due to the Black Sea. In this region, where the cities of Varna and Burgas are located, winters are cold, but not very cold, with an average air temperature of several degrees above zero (however, cold waves caused by cold winds from Siberia are also possible here); the summer here is warm, or even hot, but regulated by the breeze. In the southeastern part of Bulgaria, south of Burgas, and closer to the Turkish border, the climate becomes even milder.

In the south-west of the country, in the valley of the Struma River, closer to the border with Greece, the climate of Bulgaria is somewhat milder than in lowland regions: in Sandanski relatively Cold winter, with possible frosts (average air temperature in January - about 2.5°C), and hot summers (average air temperature in July - about 24°C).

The capital of Bulgaria, Sofia, is located in a place (in a valley, at an altitude of 550 meters above sea level), which increases the cold in winter time, and in some cases summer heat too. The city is located south of the western part of the Stara Planina mountains - in this part the mountains are not very high, so they do not protect the city much from cold air masses. In addition, due to its altitude, the weather conditions in this city are often colder than in all other cities in Bulgaria. The average air temperature in January here is -1.5°C. However, in summer time Sofia is cooler than the flat regions, again due to the altitude: the average temperature in July is 20°C, although it can sometimes be very hot, and temperatures can reach 35-37°C, from June to August, but at night it is almost always cool and pleasant.

In the mountainous regions of Bulgaria, the climate and conditions are cool, and the air temperature is similar to the temperature in the Alpine regions.

Rain in Bulgaria

The rains in Bulgaria are not very plentiful, because the territory of the country is protected from westerly winds temperate zone, and most of the rain falls over the territory of the Adriatic Sea. The annual rainfall is approximately 500-600 millimeters in the flat regions, and even less - up to 500 mm. - in the coastal northeastern regions (city of Varna), which are therefore quite arid; slightly more rainfall in the mountainous regions.

In winter, precipitation in the lowlands does not fall in large quantities, but often, and mainly in the form of snow. The rainiest months in Bulgaria are May and June, due to thunderstorms that can pass during the daytime; in coastal regions they occur less frequently, but very often and with high rainfall they occur in mountainous regions. As a rule, there is little rain in August and September, and even October can be a dry month, at least in the plains and in Sofia.

Winter in Bulgaria

Winter in the country is cold in all regions. Often, cold air remains on the plains, along with clouds and light snowfalls, but these periods can be interrupted by warm winds from the south, which can raise air temperatures to 15°C or more, and, more often, they can be interrupted by a flow of cold air masses. from Russia, bringing with them strong winds followed by severe frosts.

Spring in Bulgaria

Spring in the country is not very rainy, but it is characterized by large temperature differences, especially in March and April, due to the collision of air masses, so the first warm days alternate with cold, during which there may be light snowfalls. Usually, from mid-April-May, the weather conditions in the flat regions become mild and warm. May also marks the start of daytime thunderstorm season.

Summer in Bulgaria

Summer in the country is warm, even hot, especially in the interior lowland regions: in the lowlands there is intense heat, especially at a certain distance from the sea. Medium Maximum temperature The air temperature is usually around 30-32°C, but days with a temperature of 40°C are not uncommon.

Autumn in Bulgaria

Autumn in the country begins with a pleasant period with little rain. As a rule, a relatively sharp turn occurs in October, when cold air masses begin to circulate. However, the rains in the country are not as plentiful as at the same time in the Mediterranean, which is explained by the fact that Bulgaria is not directly exposed to western or southern sea currents.

The climate of Bulgaria in different cities of the country

The table below shows the average minimum and maximum air temperatures in different cities and places in Bulgaria throughout the year.

Bulgaria is a country with pronounced seasonality: dry and hot summers, cold winters, rainy autumns and springs. The country can be divided into three climatic zones: northern (temperate continental climate), central steppe zone and the Black Sea coast with a climate close to the Mediterranean.

Description of the weather in Thailand for each month: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

beach season

May-September. Air +31°C, water +24°C, rain 6 days.

fully you can sunbathe from the end of April, swim - from mid-June. Peak temperature indicators of water and air reach in July-August. Between the beach resorts of the north (Albena, Balchik, Golden Sands, St. Constantine) and the south (Nessebar, St. Vlas, Sunny Beach, Pomorie, Sozopol), the temperature difference reaches 1-2 degrees.

The Velvet season

"Golden autumn" is short-lived - 2-3 weeks in September. Air +24°C, water +22°C, rain 8 days.

At this time, families with children leave the resorts school age, students, and they are replaced by tourists from Western Europe- lovers of calm environment, warm sea and cool weather.

ski season

End of November - beginning of April. Air -5°C, humidity 85%, snow/rain 12 days.

Bansko

Burgas

Varna

Veliko Tarnovo

Melnik

Plovdiv

Primorsko

Bulgaria- a resort country with an impressive list of opportunities for a memorable vacation. Hiking trails to natural beauties, historical and cultural attractions are popular in its open spaces.

Not far from such places you can find the coast, which is decorated with beaches of golden soft sand. In Bulgaria, the monthly weather and water temperature delight tourists, especially in the summer season.

The climate of Bulgaria by region

Bulgaria is not just considered a resort country. Her climate perfect for active rest in any season. Winters are quite warm here, and summers are characterized by high temperatures.

But you need to keep in mind that depending on the region, the climatic conditions in this direction will change.

The most popular holiday destination in Bulgaria is the Black Sea coast. This part of the country occupies a very impressive territory, and its feature is a pronounced mediterranean climate.

Best time for relaxing on the beaches - the summer months - the period when the air temperature reaches + 23-28 ° C, and the water - + 25 ° C. It is worth noting that the weather near the coast is just great for tourists with children, and the lack of rain allows you to spend as much time as possible outdoors.

In the plains, there is temperate continental climate, and each season in the central part is pronounced. In winter, the air temperature drops to -10°C, and in summer it stays at +23°C. This weather is ideal for leisurely walks to historical sights and travel outside the cities.

In the mountains all year round holding on cool weather. The climate of this region is characterized by low temperatures - in summer the thermometer reaches +18°C, and in winter -20°C. Such parameters create excellent conditions for recreational walks in the summer and ski tourism in the cold season.

What is the weather like for months?

Thanks to its excellent temperature indicators and mild climate, tourists tend to get to the resorts and its ancient cities.

This country has excellent weather regardless of the season, which makes the trip even more interesting and attractive.

in winter

In winter, tourists tend to get on ski resorts Bulgaria. In this part of the country, the weather is ideal for active tourism. The season opens in December and continues until April. While there is cold and rain on the coast, the most pleasant weather conditions are in the mountains.

It should be noted that throughout winter season on the coast of the country is completely not resort weather. The air temperature in resorts such as Sunny Beach, Golden Sands, Varna or Burgas is + 5-7 ° C, and water - + 5 ° C. Such temperatures are not suitable for visiting beaches.

spring

In springtime Bulgaria is being transformed- already at the beginning of the season throughout the country it becomes noticeably warmer, and the amount of precipitation is rapidly decreasing. While snow is on the mountain slopes and the skiing season continues, the rest of Bulgaria begins to bloom profusely.

Spring is the perfect time to visit the sights of the country. Read about what to see in Bulgaria.

Summer

The weather during the summer season is ideal for trips to the coast of Bulgaria, but also no less beautiful for hiking in the mountains and ancient cities.

It is getting warm in the country, but so far not very hot - the air temperature on the coast is +25°C, in the cities - +23°C, and in the mountains - +19°C. It is worth noting that Sofia and Plovdiv have quite a lot of precipitation compared to other cities.

• Tourists are pleased with the weather in Bulgarian resorts, especially in Nessebar, St. Vlas and Golden Sands. This month, many open bathing season , the temperature for a beach holiday is perfect. During the day, the air temperature on the coast reaches +27°C, and the sea +24°C. It is also warm at night - +17°C.
• Starts in July peak season- the number of clear and windless days reaches its highest point. On the coast, the air temperature rises to + 29 ° C during the day, + 19 ° C at night, and the sea pleases with indicators of + 25 ° C. This month the sea is the warmest. In the rest of the country, the average air temperature during the day is +23°C, at night - +17°C.
• August is celebrated as one of the most dry months of the year. No more than 32 mm of precipitation falls on the coast. At the same time, the temperature is the same as in July, and in the southern part of the country it becomes really hot.

The only disadvantage of a holiday in August is such an unpleasant feature as the abundance of blooming algae in the sea.

Though the sea blooms in different periods summer months, most often this phenomenon is observed precisely in. This phenomenon is directly related to water temperature, as soon as it exceeds + 26 ° C, this process begins, moreover, where there is less depth.

autumn

With the onset of autumn in Bulgaria begins the Velvet season.

When is the best time to go on vacation?

Each of the months in Bulgaria in its own way beautiful. In this country, you can ski from the slopes in winter, and the rest of the time you can get acquainted with culture, traditions and history, explore nature, attend events or taste the cuisine.

High season

Since Bulgaria is considered to be a country dominated by beach holiday, it is better to fly there in the summer and before. At this time, the weather is fine on the coast - warm enough, but not so hot, so acclimatization is easy. Thanks to these conditions, the resorts of the country are considered among the best for families with children.

In the summer season, the following resorts are suitable for a beach holiday:

• sunny Beach;
• Golden Sands(Kranevo);
• Varna(Balchik);
• Albena;
• Sozopol.

Many of beach resorts ideal for families with children, as they have a gentle slope into the water and a rich infrastructure. For the convenience of tourists from coastal resorts to famous and interesting cities, buses.

rainy season

According to tourists' reviews, best time to visit the coast of Bulgaria - November and March. During these months the weather is very unstable, and the number of entertainment available to tourists is minimal.

But the period from November to April is great for ski holidays. And in the summer months in the mountains of Bulgaria are popular hiking trails which offer amazing views to tourists.

See video about when and where it is better to go to Bulgaria:

The climate of Bulgaria is in many ways similar to Ukrainian - hot summers and cold winters, however, it also has its own distinctive features. Despite the relatively small territory of this country, the climate is still heterogeneous, because there are mountains and the sea.

The Balkan Mountains create a natural barrier to air masses, affecting the weather throughout the state; in the north, the climate is temperate continental. In the south, the climate in Bulgaria is closer to subtropical (somewhat similar to the Mediterranean), thanks to the Black Sea.

August, as well as July in Bulgaria, are the warmest months of the year. The sun warms the air up to +25..+27 ˚С, light southern and east winds they are blown with sea coolness, and the northern and northwestern ones occasionally bring small refreshing rains with them. Dark Bulgarian nights keep the warmth of the passing day, the temperature after sunset and until the morning does not fall below +20..+22 ˚C.

Climate in Bulgaria: Golden Sands

When is the best time to visit Bulgaria?

The best time for a vacation in Bulgaria in the summer by the sea is the first half of August. At this time, the air and sea temperatures are the most acceptable, and precipitation is rare. After that it starts to get cold. In July, basking in the sun is also good. But it's rainy in June.

The best time for a ski holiday is January and February, when the chances of skiing on real snow are the highest. At the same time, there are practically no severe frosts, even compared to ours. But for excursions best months April and October.