April could be a good time to visit Varna, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +14°C, and there are typically 8 sunny days in April. However, expect about 14 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 48 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
48 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Varna has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Varna in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Varna for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +14°C with a maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +3°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 24% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +19°C.
Is Varna warm or cold in April?
Varna is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +10°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +7°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Varna:
Water temperature in Varna in April
Water in Varna in April is Cold. It varies from +7°C to +13°C, with an average of +10°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +14°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Varna are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +7°C.
Can you swim in Varna in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Varna in April, the water is very cold (+10°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Varna in April
Varna weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+10°C
+14°C
+20°C
Min. temperature
-13°C
-1°C
+4°C
Max. temperature
+26°C
+30°C
+31°C
Rainfall
40 mm
48 mm
50 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+8°C
+10°C
+16°C
Humidity
76%
75%
75%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
8
8
Cloudy days
10
8
7
Rainy days
12
14
12
Snowy days
2
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +10°C to +14°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 40 mm to 48 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%.Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 7 to 8.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in May as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Varna in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Varna is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Varna based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 55 mm, with a 43% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Varna wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Varna?
This is the weather in Varna in April 2023:
1 April
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+15°C
2 April
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+16°C
3 April
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+14°C
4 April
🌧️
+11°C
5 April
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+8°C
6 April
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+10°C
7 April
☀️
+11°C
8 April
☁️
+11°C
9 April
☁️
+13°C
10 April
☁️
+13°C
11 April
🌧️
+9°C
12 April
🌧️
+12°C
13 April
☀️
+16°C
14 April
☁️
+20°C
15 April
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+18°C
16 April
☁️
+16°C
17 April
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+12°C
18 April
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+16°C
19 April
🌧️
+13°C
20 April
☁️
+14°C
21 April
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+14°C
22 April
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+16°C
23 April
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+17°C
24 April
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+16°C
25 April
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+18°C
26 April
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+16°C
27 April
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+14°C
28 April
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+14°C
29 April
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+16°C
30 April
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+19°C
In April 2023 Varna had 7 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Varna climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Varna in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+14°C) and the highest in 2020 (+19°C). The driest year was 2000 with only 324 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 785 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Varna in April:
Is April a good time to visit Varna?
It’s always a good time to visit Varna, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Varna in April?
April has mild temperatures in Varna. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Varna in April?
Swimming in Varna in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Varna rainy in April?
Varna is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Varna in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Varna in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Bulgaria
Check out the weather for other cities in Bulgaria.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Varna, 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.