Bulgaria (Golden Sands) · October
Low seasonBulgaria · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)-3– (27–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)-2– (28–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)9– (48–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)14– (57–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)27 (81) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)22 (72) | 9° (48°)-1– (30–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-11– (12–)7 (45) | 1° (34°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 10° (50°)2– (36–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-3– (27–)13 (55) | 1° (34°)-7– (19–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 4 | 5h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌊Water Temp | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) | 8° (46°) | 11° (52°) | 17° (63°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 20° (68°) | 15° (59°) | 11° (52°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d43mm (1.7") | 3d24mm (0.9") | 4d29mm (1.1") | 4d37mm (1.4") | 4d36mm (1.4") | 6d60mm (2.3") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 2d31mm (1.2") | 5d46mm (1.8") | 6d43mm (1.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) at 19°C (66°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 2 rain days (31 mm (1.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 20°C (68°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
September is the quieter alternative to high summer: the sea is still warm, the beaches emptier and prices fall. In October it turns cooler, the last hotels close and the light grows more golden.
Packing list for Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in October
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Bulgaria (Golden Sands)?
- October is not an optimal month for Bulgaria (Golden Sands) (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in October?
- In October, Bulgaria (Golden Sands) sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in October?
- In October, Bulgaria (Golden Sands) receives an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Bulgaria (Golden Sands) get in October?
- Bulgaria (Golden Sands) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in October?
- Water temperature in Bulgaria (Golden Sands) in October averages 20°C (68°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
