Plovdiv

Plovdiv Weather in December

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

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Plovdiv Hisarya Kalofer Asenovgrad

Planning a journey to Plovdiv, Bulgaria this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Plovdiv in December

Plovdiv, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. December in Plovdiv generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Orehovo to 8°C (46°F) in Voyvodinovo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Voyvodinovo and -3°C (27°F) in Orehovo.

For a closer look at conditions across Plovdiv, Bulgaria, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Starosel with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Orehovo with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Plovdiv receives around 79 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Plovdiv in December

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

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 Plovdiv

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

Temperature range in Plovdiv (December)

Precipitation variation in Plovdiv (December)

Plovdiv

In December Plovdiv generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Plovdiv →

Hisarya

In December Hisarya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hisarya →

Kalofer

In December Kalofer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Kalofer →

Asenovgrad

In December Asenovgrad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Asenovgrad →

Karlovo

In December Karlovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Karlovo →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Plovdiv 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Hisarya 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Kalofer 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Asenovgrad 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Karlovo 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Banya 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Plovdiv weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Plovdiv, Bulgaria brings poor weather. In Plovdiv, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

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

Average temperatures in Plovdiv, Bulgaria during December range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Plovdiv.

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

December is on the drier side in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Plovdiv averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Plovdiv, Bulgaria due to the typically poor weather in Plovdiv.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Plovdiv. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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