Borovets Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Borovets, Sofia, Bulgaria. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Borovets has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1082 mm (43 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Borovets, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 55 mm (2.2 in) over 9 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 267 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Borovets Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records. 49-year average (1976-2025)
Average precipitation in August
Explore Borovets's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Borovets spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Bulgaria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Bulgaria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Borovets vs World: Rainfall Compared
Borovets's average annual precipitation is 1082 mm (43 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Borovets's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Borovets Climate page.
Borovets Weather by Month
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Borovets 3-Day Forecast
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