Sofia Weather in December

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

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Sofia Borovets Koprivshtitsa Samokov

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

What to Expect in Sofia in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Sofia.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Bankya with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Dolna Banya with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

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

Explore Sofia by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March11°C (52°F) April16°C (61°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) July27°C (81°F) This monthAugust27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October17°C (63°F) November11°C (52°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sofia in December

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

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 Sofia

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

Temperature range in Sofia (December)

Precipitation variation in Sofia (December)

Sofia

In December Sofia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sofia →

Borovets

In December Borovets generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Borovets →

Koprivshtitsa

In December Koprivshtitsa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Koprivshtitsa →

Samokov

In December Samokov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Samokov →

Govedartsi

In December Govedartsi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
68 hours
86 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Govedartsi →

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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.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sofia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sofia 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Borovets 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Koprivshtitsa 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Samokov 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Govedartsi 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Beli Iskar 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Sofia weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Sofia, Bulgaria in December. The popular destination of Sofia averages 5°C (41°F) by day and -3°C (27°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Sofia, Bulgaria during December range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Sofia.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sofia, Bulgaria during December, with Sofia averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sofia, Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Sofia. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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