Sofia in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Sofia (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 27.1°C and lows of 15.7°C, with around 171.1mm of rain across the season (25 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Sofia covers June, July, August.
Summer in Sofia month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 24.1°C | 13.8°C | 84.4mm | 12 | 10/10 |
| July | 28.6°C | 16.5°C | 33.0mm | 5 | 10/10 |
| August | 28.6°C | 16.7°C | 53.7mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Sofia in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Sofia?
Summer in Sofia rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 27.1°C with 171.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Sofia in summer?
Daytime highs average 27.1°C (80.8°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 15.7°C.
What months are summer in Sofia?
Sofia is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Sofia · Sofia annual climate · Sofia in spring · Sofia in autumn · Sofia in winter
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Summer in Sofia — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.