Kardzhali Weather in December

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

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Glavatartsi Kŭrdzhali Kirkovo Momchilgrad

Are you planning a trip a to Kardzhali, Bulgaria in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kardzhali in December

Kardzhali, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. December in Kardzhali generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Glavatartsi.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kardzhali, Bulgaria, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kŭrdzhali with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Kirkovo with 101 mm (4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Glavatartsi.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Glavatartsi receives about 79 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Kardzhali by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kardzhali - and find the best time to visit. (based on Glavatartsi)

January6°C (43°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) July29°C (84°F) This monthAugust29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kardzhali in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Kardzhali

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

Temperature range in Kardzhali (December)

Precipitation variation in Kardzhali (December)

Glavatartsi

In December Glavatartsi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Glavatartsi →

Kŭrdzhali

In December Kŭrdzhali generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kŭrdzhali →

Kirkovo

In December Kirkovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kirkovo →

Momchilgrad

In December Momchilgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Momchilgrad →

Krumovgrad

In December Krumovgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Krumovgrad →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Glavatartsi 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Kŭrdzhali 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Kirkovo 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Momchilgrad 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Krumovgrad 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Kardzhali weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Kardzhali, Bulgaria typically experiences less favorable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Glavatartsi average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

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

In Glavatartsi, the average daytime high in December is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Kardzhali, Bulgaria get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kardzhali, Bulgaria during December, with Glavatartsi averaging close to 90 mm (3.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Kardzhali, Bulgaria?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Kardzhali, Bulgaria with often less favorable weather in Glavatartsi.

On average, the best time to visit Kardzhali, Bulgaria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally excellent weather in Glavatartsi. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be less favorable.

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