Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) · December
Low seasonBulgaria · Europe
Max Temp
9.1°C
Min Temp
1.9°C
Sunshine
3.3 h/day
Rain Days
5 days
Water Temp
10.4°C
Rainfall
132.4 mm
Humidity
82%
Avg Temp
5.4°C
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) — with highs of only 9°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 9°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (132 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 10°C, the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Bulgaria (Sunny Beach)?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) (Score: 34/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in December?
- In December, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) sees daily highs of 9°C. Nights cool to 2°C, with a daily average of 5°C.
- How much rain falls in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in December?
- In December, Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) receives an average of 132 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) get in December?
- Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in December?
- Water temperature in Bulgaria (Sunny Beach) in December averages 10°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.