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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the Edinburgh Wire weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

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Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Sofia is seeing a cool, autumnal pattern with the live forecast above showing temperatures around 10–12°C, typical for late November in the Bulgarian capital. As the city sits at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, expect crisp mornings and occasional light rain.

What is the weather like in Sofia right now?

The live forecast above indicates a settled but chilly spell for Sofia, with highs staying in the low teens. This inland city, sheltered by the Balkan Mountains, often feels a few degrees cooler than the Black Sea coast, so a jacket is essential. For those checking broader UK conditions, Edinburgh is currently milder, but Sofia’s high-altitude position brings an earlier bite to the air.

How does Sofia compare to other Bulgarian cities this month?

While Sofia sits inland at around 550 metres above sea level, Plovdiv weather tends to be slightly warmer in November, and Varna weather on the coast sees more sea breezes. For a sofia weather 14 days outlook, the trend stays dry but cool, with frost possible by night. If you are after a sofia weather 30 days projection, the Met Office suggests a gradual drop into December, typical for this region.

Average high10–12°C
Average low2–4°C
RainfallLow, around 5–10mm
WindLight, from the northwest
What is the best time to visit Sofia for weather?

Late spring (May–June) or early autumn (September) offer the most comfortable sofia weather celsius readings, with highs around 20–25°C and less rain than summer.

Does Sofia get snow in November?

Occasionally, but not often. The sofia weather forecast 15 days shows mainly dry conditions, though Vitosha Mountain can see early snow from late November.

How does Sofia compare to Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is milder and wetter due to the coast; Sofia is colder at night but sunnier by day, as it sits inland and higher.

For more local updates, check Birmingham Weather, Liverpool Weather, or Glasgow Weather for comparison. If you are planning ahead, the 10-day forecast for Sofia shows a steady cool pattern.