Best Time to Visit Varna, Varna, Bulgaria
Varna is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Varna for sunny, dry weather is May and August–September — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May and July–October and January–March; the wetter half falls in April and June and November–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 1.8°C / 35.2°F in January to 22.1°C / 71.8°F in July, with rainfall from 36 mm / 1.4 in (August) to 54 mm / 2.1 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Varna, Varna, Bulgaria's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Varna'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 15.3°C59.5°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.8°C71.2°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 18.1°C64.6°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Varna?
The best time to visit Varna for sunny, dry weather is May, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 22.1°C / 71.8°F, and the driest is August with about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Varna's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Varna?
The rainy season at Varna, Varna runs through April and June and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 42 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is June (54 mm / 2.1 in).
What is the driest month in Varna?
The driest month in Varna is August, averaging about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Varna?
The least comfortable months for travel to Varna — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, June, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 54 mm / 2.1 in in June, and the coldest month averages 1.8°C / 35.2°F.
Is Varna climate different from Bulgaria overall?
Yes, usually. Our Varna 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 Varna specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.