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Best time to visit Plovdiv: month by month
Short answer
April to June and September to October are the best months: highs of about 17–28°C and pleasant walking weather. July and August are hot (about 33°C on average) but bring summer events at the Antique Theatre. Winter is cold, with highs of about 8–11°C and occasional snow.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8°C | 1°C | 10 | low |
| Feb | 11°C | 1°C | 6 | low |
| Mar | 12°C | 2°C | 9 | low |
| Apr | 17°C | 7°C | 11 | medium |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 12 | medium |
| Jun | 28°C | 17°C | 11 | medium |
| Jul | 33°C | 21°C | 2 | medium |
| Aug | 33°C | 21°C | 3 | medium |
| Sep | 26°C | 15°C | 4 | high |
| Oct | 20°C | 10°C | 6 | medium |
| Nov | 14°C | 6°C | 9 | low |
| Dec | 9°C | 2°C | 8 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 12°C in March to 23°C in May, with 9–12 rain days a month; green hills and comfortable sightseeing.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Average highs of 28–33°C and lows of 17–21°C; June has about 11 rain days, while July and August are dry and hot, with open-air concerts and opera.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs fall from about 26°C in September to 14°C in November, with only 4–9 rain days; wine season and city events.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 8–11°C and lows of 1–2°C, with 6–10 rain or snow days a month; quiet and cheaper.
Events worth planning around
- Opera and concerts at the Antique Theatre — summer
- Night of Museums and Galleries — September
- Rose harvest in the Kazanlak valley (day trip) — late May to early June
When to avoid
Avoid the hottest weeks of July and August if you dislike heat, as the hills and cobbles are tiring at midday. Winter is cold and grey, though cheap.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Plovdiv?
May, June, September or October, with highs of about 23–28°C.
Is Plovdiv too hot in summer?
July and August average about 33°C. Sightsee early and enjoy evening concerts.
Is Plovdiv worth visiting in winter?
Yes, if you like quiet cities. Highs are about 8–11°C, and prices are lower.