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Sofia in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Sofia in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Sofia, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Sofia in July 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Sofia in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +27°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 50 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the driest month of the year in Sofia

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+39°C
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sofia has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Sofia in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sofia for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +35°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in July averages around +29°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +25°C.

Is Sofia warm or cold in July?

Sofia is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +25°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +15°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Sofia, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Sofia in July

Sofia weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+25°C+27°C+28°C
Min. temperature
+5°C+7°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+39°C+53°C
Rainfall
71 mm50 mm39 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
69%63%63%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
81316
Cloudy days
222
Rainy days
1098
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +25°C to +27°C during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 71 mm to 50 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 63%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 8 to 13.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in August as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Sofia in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Sofia is gradually increasing during July, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Sofia based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 29 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sofia wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 17% chance of precipitation and 22 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Sofia?

This is the weather in Sofia in July 2023:
1 July
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+27°C
2 July
☀️
+24°C
3 July
☁️
+25°C
4 July
☀️
+28°C
5 July
🌧️
+26°C
6 July
☁️
+25°C
7 July
🌧️
+25°C
8 July
☁️
+23°C
9 July
☀️
+25°C
10 July
☀️
+27°C
11 July
☀️
+29°C
12 July
☀️
+31°C
13 July
☀️
+33°C
14 July
☀️
+30°C
15 July
☀️
+30°C
16 July
☀️
+31°C
17 July
☀️
+32°C
18 July
☀️
+31°C
19 July
☀️
+32°C
20 July
☀️
+30°C
21 July
☀️
+32°C
22 July
☀️
+33°C
23 July
☀️
+29°C
24 July
☀️
+31°C
25 July
☀️
+35°C
26 July
☀️
+34°C
27 July
☀️
+21°C
28 July
☀️
+27°C
29 July
☀️
+29°C
30 July
☀️
+30°C
31 July
☁️
+25°C
In July 2023 Sofia had 25 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Sofia climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Sofia in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+14°C) and the highest in 2014 (+19°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 278 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1194 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sofia in July:

Is July a good time to visit Sofia?

July is a really good time to go to Sofia. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Sofia.

Can you sunbathe in Sofia in July?

July is warm in Sofia. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Sofia rainy in July?

Sofia is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Sofia in July?

The amount of sunny days in Sofia during July varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Bulgaria

Check out the weather for other cities in Bulgaria.

Monthly weather in Sofia

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sofia, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.