Winter Preview: Bulgaria’s December Forecast Includes Temperatures from -10°C to 20°C

December in Bulgaria is set to bring a range of winter conditions, with temperatures varying significantly from region to region. The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) predicts that the month's lowest temperatures will range from -10°C to -5°C, while the highest could reach between 15°C and 20°C. On average, temperatures are expected to align with typical December norms across the country.

In Northern Bulgaria and mountainous areas, average temperatures will hover between 0°C and 2°C. The Upper Thracian Lowland may see averages of 2°C to 3°C, while the southernmost regions and the Black Sea coast could experience slightly warmer conditions of 4°C to 6°C. In the high-altitude mountain areas, average temperatures are forecasted to range from -8°C to -2°C.

Precipitation for December is expected to be around the monthly norm. Most of the country will see between 40 and 60 liters per square meter, with amounts reaching up to 70 liters per square meter in the mountains. The southernmost areas may record higher precipitation levels, ranging from 70 to 110 liters per square meter.

The first ten days of December will likely see temperatures close to normal for the season, although southwestern Bulgaria may experience slightly colder conditions. The start of the month is expected to be marked by substantial cloud cover and widespread precipitation. Rain will dominate lower regions, while snow is expected in the higher elevations of Western Bulgaria, particularly above 600-800 meters, with significant snowfall anticipated in the southwest. A brief period of reduced precipitation and clearer skies may occur mid-period, but this will likely be followed by another wave of cloudiness and rain or snow.

In the second ten-day period,...