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Current Local Time in Bulgaria

Current local time and time zone in Bulgaria, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 74°F now🕔 2:19 PM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 6.4 million

Current local time in Bulgaria

2:19 PM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Sofia
UTC offsetUTC+03:00
UTC now11:19 AM
Sunrise6:39 AM
Sunset8:19 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:39 AM
Sunset8:19 PM
Daylight13h 40m
Solar noon1:29 PM
Golden hour (am)6:39 AM - 7:39 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:19 PM - 8:19 PM
Blue hour (am)6:09 AM - 6:39 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:19 PM - 8:49 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 55%
Moonrise4:05 PM
Moonset--

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Bulgaria

TypeCountry
ContinentEurope
ContinentEurope
Coordinates42°41′51.7″N 23°19′18.8″E (42.6977, 23.3219)
CapitalSofia
Population6.400.000
Area42.811 sq mi
ISO codeBG
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3BGR
CurrencyBulgarian lev (BGN)
LanguagesBulgarian
Calling code+359
Time zoneEurope/Sofia
Local time2:19 PM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

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.

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Coordinates: 42°41′51.7″N 23°19′18.8″E (42.6977, 23.3219)

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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 2:19 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 2:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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