Geography of Bulgaria
Geography of Bulgaria: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Bulgaria
North Macedonia is 108 mi to the south-west, Romania is 183 mi to the north-east, Mount Olympus is 187 mi to the south and Albania is 203 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 42°41′51.7″N 23°19′18.8″E (42.6977, 23.3219)
Quick facts about Bulgaria
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 42°41′51.7″N 23°19′18.8″E (42.6977, 23.3219) |
| Capital | Sofia |
| Population | 6.400.000 |
| Area | 42.811 sq mi |
| ISO code | BG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BGR |
| Currency | Bulgarian lev (BGN) |
| Languages | Bulgarian |
| Calling code | +359 |
| Time zone | Europe/Sofia |
| Local time | 2:09 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Bulgaria is a country in Europe. Bulgaria is a country in Europe with its capital at Sofia. It has a population of about 6.4 million. The capital is Sofia.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Bulgaria with clear sky. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 70°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Bulgaria is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), about 296 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Olympus and Meteora.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 9.4°F above the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Bulgaria today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Bulgaria month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 28° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 30° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 36° | 1,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 43° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 49° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 60° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 87° | 63° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 62° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 77° | 56° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 66° | 46° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 37° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 32° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bulgaria?
Bulgaria is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 42.6977, 23.3219. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Bulgaria right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 55% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bulgaria?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Bulgaria, which has a continental climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bulgaria in?
Bulgaria observes Europe/Sofia (UTC+03:00). The local time is 2:09 PM.
How many people live in Bulgaria?
Bulgaria has a population of approximately 6.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Bulgaria?
The closest airports are Istanbul Airport (IST), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bulgaria?
Popular options include Mount Olympus and Meteora.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 2:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
