Ruse, Bulgaria experiences average highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Ruse, Bulgaria Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ruse, Bulgaria. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Oct 
Wetter season: Mar–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 18°C / 9°C
Feels Like 17°C / 7°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 50 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 70%
Wind Speed 15 km/h
Dew Point 8°C
Snow Days 4 days
Frost Days 10 days
Hottest Month
31°C
August
Avg Low20°C
Rain5days
Coldest Month
-2°C
January
Avg High6°C
Rain7days
Driest Month
4days
September
Avg High26°C
Avg Low16°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
April (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to very cold temperatures.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:35
Daylight 15.4h
Sunset 21:01
Live conditions—
Ruse on the map · live conditions
Ruse, Bulgaria
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Bulgaria
- City
- Ruse
- Population
- 121.2K
- Coordinates
- 43.85°, 25.95°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 7 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 6 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 7°C
Avg Low 0°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 6°C / -2°C . Feb: 9°C / 0°C . Mar: 13°C / 3°C . Apr: 18°C / 8°C . May: 22°C / 12°C . Jun: 28°C / 18°C . Jul: 31°C / 20°C . Aug: 31°C / 20°C . Sep: 26°C / 16°C . Oct: 19°C / 10°C . Nov: 12°C / 5°C . Dec: 7°C / 1°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 46 mm. Feb: 36 mm. Mar: 53 mm. Apr: 57 mm. May: 67 mm. Jun: 66 mm. Jul: 50 mm. Aug: 27 mm. Sep: 27 mm. Oct: 60 mm. Nov: 64 mm. Dec: 47 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 81%. Feb: 77%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 67%. May: 69%. Jun: 67%. Jul: 58%. Aug: 54%. Sep: 57%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 6h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 5h. Dec: 5h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 2.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 7 days. Feb: 4 days. Mar: 3 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 2 days. Dec: 4 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 33°C | Aug · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · -5°C | Jan · -2°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 201 mm | May · 67 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 16 km/h | Apr · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Fair April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Fair December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / -2°C | 2°C / -6°C | 7days (46 mm) Good | 5.6h Fair | 81% Humid | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 9°C / 0°C | 6°C / -4°C | 6days (36 mm) Good | 6.8h Fair | 77% Humid | 2.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 13°C / 3°C | 10°C / 0°C | 9days (53 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 72% Muggy | 3.9 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| April | 18°C / 8°C | 17°C / 5°C | 9days (57 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 67% Muggy | 5.3 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 11days (67 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 9days (66 mm) Wet | 12.6h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 31°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 6days (50 mm) Good | 12.9h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 31°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 5days (27 mm) Good | 12.2h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 16°C | 25°C / 15°C | 4days (27 mm) Good | 10.2h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 19°C / 10°C | 17°C / 8°C | 6days (60 mm) Good | 7.7h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 12°C / 5°C | 10°C / 2°C | 8days (64 mm) Wet | 5.3h Fair | 82% Humid | 1.9 Low | Fair | View Details |
| December | 7°C / 1°C | 4°C / -3°C | 8days (47 mm) Wet | 4.9h Fair | 84% Humid | 1.5 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ruse are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ruse, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ruse is August, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ruse is January, with average overnight lows of -2°C (28°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ruse is May, averaging 67mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Ruse receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Ruse.
The least favorable months to visit Ruse are January, February, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Ruse is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Ruse is 70%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Ruse receives snow. Months with snowfall average 4 snow days and 10 cm (4 in) of accumulation, with about 10 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Ruse are 15 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 21 mph).
Ruse averages 7 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 51%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Ruse is 8°C (46°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Ruse has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Ruse ranges from 7°C (45°F) to 17°C (63°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Ruse. It earns a climate score of 8.9/10 with Excellent.
For June in Ruse, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 9 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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