Smolyan weather in December (Smolyan, Bulgaria)

How does the weather in Smolyan usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In December, Smolyan tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C.

Precipitation

Smolyan in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Expect around 11 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 79 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Smolyan. August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Smolyan climate page with graphs.

 

Smolyan, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 79 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Plovdiv, Bulgaria (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Bulgaria in December

Find out more about the weather in Bulgaria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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