Stara Zagora Weather in December

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

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Stara Zagora Pavel Banya Kazanlŭk Starozagorski Bani

Planning a getaway to Stara Zagora, 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 Stara Zagora in December

Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is a region in Bulgaria. December in Stara Zagora generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Pavel Banya to 8°C (46°F) in Radnevo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Radnevo and -2°C (28°F) in Pavel Banya.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Pavel Banya with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kazanlŭk with 64 mm (2.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Stara Zagora in December

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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 Stara Zagora

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

Temperature range in Stara Zagora (December)

Precipitation variation in Stara Zagora (December)

Stara Zagora

In December Stara Zagora 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)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Stara Zagora →

Pavel Banya

In December Pavel Banya 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
12°C (54°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
51 mm (2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pavel Banya →

Kazanlŭk

In December Kazanlŭk 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
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Kazanlŭk →

Starozagorski Bani

In December Starozagorski Bani 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
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
79 hours
92 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Starozagorski Bani →

Radnevo

In December Radnevo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Radnevo →

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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 Stara Zagora in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stara Zagora 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Pavel Banya 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Kazanlŭk 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Starozagorski Bani 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Radnevo 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Stara Zagora weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria in December?

Stara Zagora, Bulgaria typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Stara Zagora average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria in December?

Average temperatures in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria during December range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Stara Zagora.

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

Not particularly. Stara Zagora averages just 63 mm (2.5 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Stara Zagora, Bulgaria?

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

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Stara Zagora. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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