Sofia Weather in September

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

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Sofia Borovets Koprivshtitsa Samokov

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

What to Expect in Sofia in September

Sofia, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. September in Sofia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Madzhare at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Bankya at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Bankya and 9°C (48°F) in Madzhare.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bankya with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Dolna Banya with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

September brings good sunshine to many areas. Sofia sees around 225 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Sofia, Bulgaria?

Temperature range in Sofia (September)

Precipitation variation in Sofia (September)

Sofia

In September Sofia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
225 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Sofia →

Borovets

In September Borovets generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
225 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Borovets →

Koprivshtitsa

In September Koprivshtitsa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
314 hours
228 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Koprivshtitsa →

Samokov

In September Samokov generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
225 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Samokov →

Govedartsi

In September Govedartsi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
225 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sofia 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Borovets 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Koprivshtitsa 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Samokov 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Govedartsi 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Beli Iskar 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Sofia weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect excellent weather across Sofia, Bulgaria in September. The popular destination of Sofia averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Sofia peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in September, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Sofia, Bulgaria get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sofia, Bulgaria during September, with Sofia averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Sofia, Bulgaria?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Sofia, Bulgaria with overall excellent 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 weather in January, February and December tend to be less favorable.

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