Bulgaria

Bulgaria Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bulgaria in July.

Thinking about venturing to Bulgaria this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Bulgaria in July

Bulgaria has a wide variety of climate types. During July, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Dobărsko at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Lom at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Lom and 11°C (52°F) in Dobărsko.

For specific regional insights in Bulgaria, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kamen Bryag with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to high rainfall in Chiflik with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Sunny Beach typically receives 357 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Bulgaria in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bulgaria.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bulgaria

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Bulgaria (July)

Precipitation variation in Bulgaria (July)

Sunny Beach

In July Sunny Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
357 hours
338 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Sofia

In July Sofia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
310 hours
308 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Sozopol

In July Sozopol generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
329 hours
303 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Bansko

In July Bansko generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
368 hours
346 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Sveti Vlas

In July Sveti Vlas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
357 hours
338 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Bulgaria July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Bulgaria in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Bulgaria reached 44°C (111°F) in Ruse on July 26, 2000.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bulgaria in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sunny Beach 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Sofia 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sozopol 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Bansko 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Primorsko 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Plovdiv 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Bulgaria weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bulgaria in July?

July in Bulgaria brings perfect weather. In Sunny Beach, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Bulgaria in July?

Daytime temperatures in Sunny Beach peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in July, dropping to about 20°C (68°F) overnight.

Does Bulgaria get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Bulgaria during July, with Sunny Beach averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Bulgaria?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Bulgaria. Typically, the climate in Sunny Beach is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Sunny Beach. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Bulgaria.

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