Varna at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Jul · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,490 h
- Rain a year
- 582 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 83 m
Climate in Varna
Varna has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 6 °C. With around 2,490 hours of sunshine a year, Varna is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.4 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
What is the weather like in Varna in October?
In October, Varna is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min07:20 – 18:27
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Sofia
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %20 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %40 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %81 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Sea temperature in Varna
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.6 – 20.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Varna ranges from 6.6 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.1 and 26.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 7.7° | 6.6° | 9.1° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 6.6° | 5.7° | 7.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 7.2° | 6.4° | 8.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 10.0° | 8.7° | 11.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.8° | 14.7° | 16.9° | cold |
| JuneJun | 21.3° | 20.1° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.4° | 23.2° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.2° | 24.1° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.6° | 21.5° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.4° | 16.6° | 20.2° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 14.3° | 13.1° | 15.9° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 10.4° | 9.0° | 11.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Varna
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.4 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Varna, 49 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Varna: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Varna has about 7 rainy days with 55 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20 | 6° | 0° | 7.7° | 4.4 h | 7 | 51 |
| FebruaryFeb | 23 | 7° | 1° | 6.6° | 5.1 h | 7 | 44 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 10° | 3° | 7.2° | 5.8 h | 9 | 49 |
| AprilApr | 27 | 15° | 7° | 10.0° | 7.3 h | 9 | 46 |
| MayMay | 36 | 20° | 13° | 15.8° | 8.4 h | 10 | 54 |
| JuneJun | 83 | 25° | 17° | 21.3° | 9.5 h | 8 | 54 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 28° | 20° | 24.4° | 10.4 h | 7 | 40 |
| AugustAug | 99 | 28° | 20° | 25.2° | 9.9 h | 5 | 33 |
| SeptemberSep | 73 | 23° | 16° | 22.6° | 7.3 h | 6 | 55 |
| OctoberOct | 29 | 17° | 11° | 18.4° | 5.4 h | 7 | 55 |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 13° | 7° | 14.3° | 4.3 h | 7 | 46 |
| DecemberDec | 17 | 8° | 2° | 10.4° | 3.9 h | 8 | 55 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
43.22° N, 27.91° E · 83 m · Europe/Sofia
Best time to visit Varna
The best time to visit Varna is from July to August. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to August. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from May to October. The wettest month is October with 55 mm of precipitation.
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Varna for you.
Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
May – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Snow
Jan – Feb
Snow on 2 or more days
Varna month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
20January6° · Sea 8° · 4 h
In January, Varna is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. The sea averages 7.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in January23February7° · Sea 7° · 5 h
In February, Varna is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 6.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 44 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in February23March10° · Sea 7° · 6 h
In March, Varna is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 7.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in March27April15° · Sea 10° · 7 h
In April, Varna is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 10.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in April36May20° · Sea 16° · 8 h
In May, Varna is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 54 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in May83June25° · Sea 21° · 10 h
In June, Varna is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in June96July28° · Sea 24° · 10 h
In July, Varna is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in July99August28° · Sea 25° · 10 h
In August, Varna is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 33 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in August73September23° · Sea 23° · 7 h
In September, Varna is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in September29October17° · Sea 18° · 5 h
In October, Varna is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in October20November13° · Sea 14° · 4 h
In November, Varna is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in November17December8° · Sea 10° · 4 h
In December, Varna is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 10.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Varna.
Varna in DecemberPlanning a trip to Varna
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 15 min
- Distance
- 2,310 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Varna
When is the best time to visit Varna?
The best time to visit Varna is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Varna?
The sea temperature in Varna ranges from 6.6 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in Varna in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.4 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in Varna?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 6 °C.
When does it rain most in Varna?
The wettest month is October with 55 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 33 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Varna get?
Varna gets around 2,490 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.4 hours a day; in December there are 3.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Varna in?
Varna uses the time zone Europe/Sofia: UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Varna?
A nonstop flight from London to Varna takes about 3 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,310 km.
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