Sofia Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Sofia has a humid continental climate. The city is surrounded by mountains which has a big influences on the weather. In the cold winter months there is a lot of fog and smog due to the lack of wind. In summer months it feels hotter than it actually is because of the lack of wind. Spring and autumn are characterized by very unpredictable weather. Within a day or two, the weather can change completely.
Monthly Temperature in Sofia
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Sofia. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C (39°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in August to -5°C (23°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sofia
Generally, Sofia has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 734 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Sofia can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 91 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (November), you will experience much drier conditions, with 42 mm (1.7 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Sofia Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Sofia
Sofia can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Sofia by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sofia.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 79%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Sofia
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Sofia 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Sofia
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Sofia enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69°F) to 27°C (81°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 50 mm (2 in) in September to 91 mm (3.6 in) in May. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
