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City Trips Potential

97/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

September, May, October

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Avoid

January, February, July, August, December

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Weather

1°C – 24°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Plovdiv for a city trip is September, May, October, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Plovdiv

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
42Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
45
February
42Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
37
March
47Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
41
April
79Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°45
May
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°61
June
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°64
July
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°56
August
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°35
September
97Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°42
October
89Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°50
November
51Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
45
December
43Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
48

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Plovdiv

When is the best time to visit Plovdiv for city trips?

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The best time to visit Plovdiv for city trips is typically in September, May, October, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Plovdiv?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Plovdiv, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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