Dobrich Weather in December

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

Planning a trip to Dobrich, Bulgaria this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Dobrich in December

Dobrich, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. December in Dobrich generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Dobrich to 9°C (48°F) in Tyulenovo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Tyulenovo and 0°C (32°F) in Dobrich.

To explore the conditions in Dobrich, Bulgaria in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Dobrich with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Tyulenovo with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Balchik gets roughly 72 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Dobrich by month

Best Places to Visit in Dobrich in December

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

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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 Dobrich

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Dobrich, Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Dobrich (December)

Precipitation variation in Dobrich (December)

Balchik

In December Balchik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Kavarna

In December Kavarna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Albena

In December Albena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Shabla

In December Shabla generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Topola

In December Topola generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
72 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Dobrich, in Bulgaria.

In our records: Bulgaria December extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest December day in Bulgaria brought 458 mm (18 in) in Tsarevo on December 15, 2007.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dobrich in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Balchik 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Kavarna 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Albena 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Shabla 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Topola 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Dobrich 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Dobrich weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dobrich, Bulgaria in December?

Expect poor weather across Dobrich, Bulgaria in December. The popular destination of Balchik averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Dobrich, Bulgaria in December?

Daytime temperatures in Balchik peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

Does Dobrich, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Balchik averages just 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Dobrich, Bulgaria.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Dobrich, Bulgaria?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Balchik, December may not be the ideal time to visit Dobrich, Bulgaria.

On average, the best time to visit Dobrich, Bulgaria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Balchik. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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