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September is an excellent month in Sofia

Climate Overview

Sofia, Bulgaria in September has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.9°C (73°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.

Daily highs in September gradually drop from around 25°C (77°F) at the start to 20°C (67°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 10.8h of sunshine at the start of September, decreasing to 8.6h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 26°C (79°F).

Compared to August, this month is about 4°C cooler with 3 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into October.

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Monthly September Averages

Temperature
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
4 days · 27 mm
Sunshine
10.1h / day
Humidity
64% — Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
NE (39°)
Gusts
32 km/h
Daylight
12.5 h
Cloud Cover
44%
Clear Sky Days
8
UV Index
5.2 — High
Dew Point
11°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 11%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:07
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 19:40

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
4°C / -4°C
Feels Like
1°C / -7°C
Rain
10days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
2.3 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / -1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -5°C
Rain
8days (37 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
March
Poor
Temp
11°C / 2°C
Feels Like
8°C / -1°C
Rain
11days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.2 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
April
Fair
Temp
16°C / 6°C
Feels Like
14°C / 3°C
Rain
11days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
3days
May
Good
Temp
20°C / 10°C
Feels Like
19°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (72 mm) Wet
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 16°C
Rain
12days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 18°C
Rain
8days (44 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
7.5 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 17°C
Feels Like
28°C / 18°C
Rain
7days (32 mm) Good
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
6.8 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
4days (27 mm) Good
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
5.2 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
17°C / 8°C
Feels Like
15°C / 6°C
Rain
6days (47 mm) Good
Sun
8.1h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
11°C / 3°C
Feels Like
9°C / 0°C
Rain
9days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
2.3 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
December
Poor
Temp
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
3°C / -4°C
Rain
9days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
5.6h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
8days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 4°C / -4°C 1°C / -7°C 10days (57 mm) Wet 6.2h Fair 79% Humid 2.3 Moderate Poor View Details
February 8°C / -1°C 5°C / -5°C 8days (37 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 75% Muggy 3.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March 11°C / 2°C 8°C / -1°C 11days (60 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 71% Muggy 4.2 Moderate Poor View Details
April 16°C / 6°C 14°C / 3°C 11days (55 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 67% Muggy 5.6 High Fair View Details
May 20°C / 10°C 19°C / 9°C 14days (72 mm) Wet 10.9h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.3 High Good View Details
June best 25°C / 15°C 26°C / 16°C 12days (74 mm) Wet 12.2h Excellent 71% Muggy 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 27°C / 17°C 29°C / 18°C 8days (44 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 64% Muggy 7.5 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 27°C / 17°C 28°C / 18°C 7days (32 mm) Good 12.2h Excellent 61% Muggy 6.8 High Excellent View Details
September best 23°C / 13°C 22°C / 12°C 4days (27 mm) Good 10.1h Excellent 64% Muggy 5.2 High Excellent View Details
October best 17°C / 8°C 15°C / 6°C 6days (47 mm) Good 8.1h Good 72% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
November 11°C / 3°C 9°C / 0°C 9days (53 mm) Wet 6.2h Fair 81% Humid 2.3 Moderate Poor View Details
December 6°C / -1°C 3°C / -4°C 9days (52 mm) Wet 5.6h Fair 82% Humid 1.7 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Packing List

Sunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

September is typically excellent for visiting Sofia, with average highs of 23°C (73°F) and around 4 rainy days. Sofia, Bulgaria in September has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.9°C (73°F).
Sofia typically sees around 4 rainy days in September with 27 mm (1.1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Evenings in Sofia during September are mild at 13°C (55°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) in September, we recommend: Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, September offers some of the best weather conditions in Sofia with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Sofia during September is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Sofia gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in September, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Sofia during September based on 10-year climate averages.

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