Weather radar Sofia
Real-time precipitation radar · Sofia · Bulgaria
Sofia climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Sofia shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 6.6° | 9.6° | 12.4° | 16.3° | 20.9° | 26.7° | 30.2° | 29.6° | 24.5° | 18.5° | 12.6° | 7.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | -1.6° | -0.8° | 2.2° | 5.3° | 9.8° | 14.4° | 16.2° | 16.1° | 12.1° | 6.7° | 3.7° | 0.7° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 62 | 27 | 51 | 65 | 78 | 77 | 24 | 36 | 33 | 54 | 68 | 58 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 6 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 10 |
| Sunshine hours | 193 | 220 | 267 | 299 | 336 | 376 | 408 | 378 | 298 | 248 | 177 | 170 |
| Humidity | 81% | 73% | 68% | 70% | 73% | 72% | 63% | 63% | 68% | 75% | 82% | 86% |
Best time to visit Sofia
The best time to visit Sofia is typically July. In this month the average high is 30.2°C, precipitation is 24 mm and sunshine duration is 408 hours. The annual average high is 18°C, total annual precipitation is 633 mm (116 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3370 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sofia
How up to date is the weather radar for Sofia?
The weather radar for Sofia is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Sofia?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Sofia: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Sofia?
The thunderstorm potential for Sofia is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Sofia.
What is the climate like in Sofia?
Sofia has an annual average high of 18°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 30.2°C), the coldest January (avg low -1.6°C). The wettest month is May with 78 mm, the driest July with 24 mm. Total annual precipitation is 633 mm (116 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3370 hours.
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