Plovdiv weather in August (Plovdiv, Bulgaria)

How is the weather in Plovdiv in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Plovdiv typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 17°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Plovdiv in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 314 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures May, June and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Plovdiv climate page with graphs.

 

Plovdiv, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 39 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 47%  
SunshineSunshine 314 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Bulgaria in August

Find out more about the weather in Bulgaria in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Plovdiv in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Plovdiv.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Bulgaria? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Bulgaria. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.