The climate in Plovdiv is transitional-continental, typical for the central/Southern parts of Europe.

The average annual temperature is 12.3 °C. The average maximum temperature in July was 30.3 °C and the absolute maximum temperature was recorded on July 5, 2000: 45 °C. The average annual minimum temperature is 6.5 °C and the absolute minimum is minus 31.5 °C, measured on the morning of January 24, 1942, in the temperature inversion state.

The average annual relative humidity is 73%, the highest being in December (86%) and the lowest in August (62%).

What’s the best time of the year to visit Plovdiv? 

The best time to visit Plovdiv is anywhere between the beginning of April until the end of October. Spring is certainly one of the most beautiful months to enjoy Bulgaria, with mild temperatures of anywhere between 15 °C – 25 °C during the day. Summer, although quite hot (30 °C and above)  can still make for a great stay especially if you plan a few day trips outside of the city around the Rhodope mountains where it’s much cooler. And don’t forget that summers in Bulgaria tend to be very long and sometimes extend all the way through October, meaning you can enjoy nice, soft weather even in autumn.