Best time to visit Sofia

Q: When is the best time to visit Sofia?

The best time to visit Sofia is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Sofia?

The hottest time of year in Sofia is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Sofia?

In terms of rainfall, May is usually the wettest month in Sofia with 81mm on average. There are normally 11 days in May with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Sofia?

The sunniest time of year in Sofia is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 64% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit Sofia?

The best time to visit Sofia is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Sofia?

The hottest time of year in Sofia is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Sofia?

In terms of rainfall, May is usually the wettest month in Sofia with 81mm on average. There are normally 11 days in May with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Sofia?

The sunniest time of year in Sofia is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 64% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.