Best Time to Visit Shumen, Shumen, Bulgaria
Shumen is at its sunniest and driest in August–September.
The best time to visit Shumen for sunny, dry weather is August–September — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August–March; the wetter half falls in April–July. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -0.4°C / 31.3°F in January to 21.2°C / 70.2°F in July, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in (January) to 69 mm / 2.7 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shumen, Shumen, Bulgaria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Shumen's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 20.6°C69.1°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.2°C63°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shumen?
The best time to visit Shumen for sunny, dry weather is August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 21.2°C / 70.2°F, and the driest is January with about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shumen's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Shumen?
The rainy season at Shumen, Shumen runs through April–July, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 50 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is June (69 mm / 2.7 in).
What is the driest month in Shumen?
The driest month in Shumen is January, averaging about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -0.4°C / 31.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Shumen?
The least comfortable months for travel to Shumen — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 69 mm / 2.7 in in June, and the coldest month averages -0.4°C / 31.3°F.
Is Shumen climate different from Bulgaria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Shumen figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Bulgaria figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Shumen specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.