Climate of Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Area-weighted average across Plovdiv. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Plovdiv, a subdivision of Bulgaria, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.1°C / 31.8°F in January to 21.1°C / 70°F in July, with rainfall from 37 mm / 1.5 in to 68 mm / 2.7 in depending on the season (579 mm / 22.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.1°C31.8°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.5°C34.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| March | 5.2°C41.4°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 10.5°C50.9°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 15.3°C59.5°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| June | 19.1°C66.4°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 21.1°C70°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| August | 20.7°C69.3°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 16.9°C62.4°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11.4°C52.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 5.4°C41.7°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| December | 1.5°C34.7°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Plovdiv?
The best months to visit Plovdiv, Bulgaria for sunny, dry weather are August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 21.1°C / 70°F, and the driest is September with about 37 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Plovdiv?
Plovdiv, Bulgaria has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.1°C / 31.8°F in January to 21.1°C / 70°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 579 mm / 22.8 in, with the wettest month being May (68 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest September (37 mm / 1.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Plovdiv?
The hottest month in Plovdiv is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.1°C / 70°F.
What is the coldest month in Plovdiv?
The coldest month in Plovdiv is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.1°C / 31.8°F.
When does it rain most in Plovdiv?
The wettest month in Plovdiv is May, averaging about 68 mm / 2.7 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 37 mm / 1.5 in.