Smolyan weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Smolyan in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Smolyan in December?
Smolyan is a region in Bulgaria. December in Smolyan generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Devin to 8°C in Zlatograd. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Zlatograd and -4°C in Devin. In many areas in Bulgaria, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Shipka with an average of 65 mm to high snow/rainfall in Zlatograd with 110 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 79 hours of sunshine in Pamporovo. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Smolyan in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Smolyan climate page.
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Average weather in Pamporovo
In December Pamporovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Smolyan
In December Smolyan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Zlatograd
In December Zlatograd generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chepelare
In December Chepelare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Devin
In December Devin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Smolyan, in Bulgaria.
Is December the best time to visit Smolyan?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Pamporovo, December may not be the ideal time to visit Smolyan.
On average, the best time to visit Smolyan is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Pamporovo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.
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