Pernik Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Pernik can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) in August to around -4°C (25°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Pernik experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 603 mm (24 in) yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. April brings wetter days averaging 64 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation, spread over 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month August experiences a drier climate, with about 33 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pernik Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pernik. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Pernik.

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