Bulgaria Weather Forecast
Bulgaria weather: 47°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Bulgaria?
No - rain is unlikely in Bulgaria today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,0 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 0% of a normal October week (0,0 in against 0,6 in).
16-day forecast for Bulgaria
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 44° | 0% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 44° | 0% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 63° / 43° | 0% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 43° | 0% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 45° | 0% | 3 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 39° | 0% | 10 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 71° / 40° | 4% | 8 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 42° | 6% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 48° | 9% | 8 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 75° / 52° | 15% | 5 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 56° | 17% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 72° / 53° | 17% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 55° | 18% | 8 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 54° | 19% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 73° / 54° | 23% · 0,0 in | 3 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☁️ Overcast | 75° / 57° | 23% | 15 mph | 4 |
What this means for Bulgaria
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 63°F is 2.9°F below the 66°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 73°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 47°F (8°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 74% and wind is 3 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 9:51 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 1, 2026 at 9:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
