WIND

In the plains and cities, residents can anticipate mostly sunny skies accompanied by moderate to strong northwesterly winds. Overnight temperatures are forecasted to range from 2°C to 7°C, dipping to around 3°C in the capital city of Sofia. Daytime temperatures are projected to climb between 9°C and 14°C, with Sofia experiencing highs around 10°C.

March 23

Overnight, Bulgaria will encounter predominantly clear skies accompanied by a gentle southerly breeze. Minimum temperatures are forecasted to range from minus 1°C to 4°C, with Sofia expected to hover around 0°C. There's a possibility of sleet in certain regions of the country.

As night descends, expect an increase and thickening of clouds across Bulgaria, with light rainfall anticipated in certain areas of Western Bulgaria. A gentle north-westerly wind will prevail in the west, while eastern regions will experience a mild north-easterly breeze. Minimum temperatures are forecasted to range from 3°C to 8°C, with Sofia hovering around 5°C.

Today, Bulgaria can expect a varied weather outlook with a blend of clouds and occasional sunshine. In the mountains, variable clouds will dominate, thickening in the afternoon with the possibility of scattered showers. Expect moderate to strong northwesterly winds, particularly at higher altitudes, with temperatures hovering around 10°C at 1,200 meters and 2°C at 2,000 meters.

Spring-like three-day weekend – Northerly winds and temperatures in the 20s on Clean Monday

Tomorrow, anticipate cloudy conditions with rain showers prevailing throughout Bulgaria. Moderate to occasionally strong westerly-northwesterly winds will add to the chilly atmosphere, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 15°C. In the capital city of Sofia, temperatures are forecasted to hover around 11°C.

Tonight is expected to remain cloudy with scattered rain showers, though they will be less intense, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH). There's a possibility of rain transitioning to snow in certain regions, particularly in the Western and Central Pre-Balkans, during the late night and early morning hours.

It sat deathly still against winds and was “hotter than anything I’ve ever seen”

Weather conditions across Bulgaria are set to vary significantly on 7 March, with rain showers forecasted over western and central regions, accompanied by thunderstorms in the far southwestern areas. Additionally, mountainous areas are expected to experience considerable snowfall, while some parts of eastern Bulgaria may see light showers later in the day.

Tonight, expect cloudy skies with rain in the southwestern areas, possibly significant in isolated spots. Eastern Bulgaria and the Upper Thracian Plane will experience low cloudiness or fog. A gentle to moderate southeasterly wind is anticipated with minimum temperatures ranging from 3° to 8°, around 6° in Sofia.