Varna City Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Varna City, Varna Province, Bulgaria. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
On average, Varna City receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 615 mm (24 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Varna City has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 59 mm (2.3 in), and the driest month, August, with 37 mm (1.5 in), is minimal.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 163 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Varna City Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Varna City's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Varna City 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.
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Varna City vs World: Rainfall Compared
Varna City's average annual precipitation is 615 mm (24 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.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Varna City:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "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 Varna City's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Varna City Climate page.
