Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) · August
Best travel monthPeak 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 | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)0– (32–)19 (66) | 13° (55°)5– (41–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)31 (88) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)27 (81) | 14° (57°)6– (43–)22 (72) | 10° (50°)0– (32–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 12° (54°) | 18° (64°) | 23° (73°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 24° (75°) | 20° (68°) | 15° (59°) | 11° (52°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d48mm (1.9") | 4d36mm (1.4") | 5d31mm (1.2") | 5d42mm (1.7") | 5d36mm (1.4") | 5d53mm (2.1") | 3d32mm (1.3") | 2d11mm (0.4") | 3d38mm (1.5") | 3d46mm (1.8") | 6d52mm (2.1") | 5d47mm (1.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) — with 10 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 30°C (86°F).
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 20°C (68°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 2 days. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Peak season. In high summer Sunny Beach is one of the loudest destinations on the Black Sea — clubs, water parks, party boats. The numbers back it up, though: over ten hours of sun a day, almost no rain and water at 26 to 27°C (79 to 81°F).
Events & Festivals
- Sunny Beach Folklore Festivalvaries (early August, ~6 days)
International folklore festival in Nessebar and Sunny Beach with folk dance groups and music ensembles from more than 20 countries. Evening events on the beach promenade combine Bulgarian tradition with folk groups from all over Europe.
Packing list for Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in August
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Bulgaria (Sunny Beach)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) (Climate Score: 91/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C (86°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in August?
- In August, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 20°C (68°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F).
- How much rain falls in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in August?
- In August, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) receives an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) get in August?
- Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in August?
- Water temperature in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in August averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
