Ruse Weather in December

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

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Ruse Byala Koshov

Planning a getaway to Ruse, Bulgaria this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Ruse in December

Ruse, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. December in Ruse generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Ruse.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 49 mm (1.9 in) in Ruse.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Ruse receives about 63 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Ruse by month

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Best Places to Visit in Ruse in December

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

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 Ruse

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

Temperature range in Ruse (December)

Precipitation variation in Ruse (December)

Ruse

In December Ruse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
63 hours
71 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ruse →

Byala

In December Byala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Byala →

Koshov

In December Koshov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Koshov →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ruse 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Byala 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Koshov 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Ruse weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Ruse, Bulgaria typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Ruse average around 6°C (43°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Ruse, Bulgaria during December range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Ruse.

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

Not particularly. Ruse averages just 49 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Ruse, Bulgaria.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Ruse, Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ruse. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Ruse.

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