Pernik Weather in December

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

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Pernik

Considering a trip to Pernik, Bulgaria this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Pernik in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Pernik.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 54 mm (2.1 in) in Pernik.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Pernik receives about 68 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Pernik in December

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

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 Pernik

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Pernik, Bulgaria?

Pernik

In December Pernik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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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.

Pernik weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Pernik, Bulgaria brings poor weather. In Pernik, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

Average temperatures in Pernik, Bulgaria during December range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Pernik.

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

Not particularly. Pernik averages just 54 mm (2.1 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Pernik, Bulgaria.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Pernik, Bulgaria?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Pernik, Bulgaria with often poor weather in Pernik.

On average, the best time to visit Pernik, Bulgaria is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Pernik. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Pernik.

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