The popularity of Bulgarian resorts recently among tourists from Russia and Eastern Europe is due to the similar climates of these countries. The hospitality of local residents, the European level of comfort and cheapness are attracting an increasing number of vacationers. A favorable climate, warm mild winters on the coast allows you to open the holiday season in May, and it will last until September. Sea, sun, heat, clean sandy beach, developed infrastructure - this is Bulgaria. The air temperature in the summer ranges from +20 0 to 30 0 .
The geographical features of this European country allow you to develop beach vacations in summer and ski resorts that are interesting in winter. The beach season is usually begun with the beginning of summer. The temperature in Bulgaria in June is so high that the sea is already starting to warm up, and the fresh breeze on the coast prevents the heat from developing.
The ski season begins in mid-December and lasts until mid-April. Snowy winters and light frosts make it surprisingly enjoyable.
Summer season
May is considered a cool and rainy month. Those who are not afraid of minor troubles in the form of light rainfall will be attracted by interesting excursions, walking tours and fresh, clean air.
In the summer, Golden Sands, Sunny Beach and Albena are considered popular Bulgarian resorts.
Albena - “white sand” - a resort with amazingly white sandy beaches, a serene sea attracts young people. All kinds of marine activities: yacht trips, fascinating hang-gliding rides during the day and discos, clubs, bars open all night allow you to have fun and relax from the daily routine.
The golden sands of the northern coast, forests, well-groomed parks, mineral springs are visited with great pleasure by families. The cleanest sea in Europe is ideal for children's health.
June
The beginning of the swimming season is in June. The sea is warming every day, the aroma of blooming roses surrounds, creates a relaxing atmosphere. The maximum temperature in Bulgaria in June does not go beyond the comfortable +26 0 C. The greenery surrounds with freshness, there is still no heat, walks bring real pleasure. Charming landscapes delight the eye. Sea bathing is possible from the beginning of the month, but the water is still cool. The coast is protected from the north winds by a practically Mediterranean climate.
The first apricots and cherries appear on the markets. Rainy weather continues, but rainfall is not so intense. Since the temperature in Bulgaria in June does not rise above +26 0 C, it is impossible to get sunburns, basking in the warm rays. The tan of the beginning of summer is golden, lasts long enough, retaining long memories of a wonderful vacation.
July
Midsummer is more suitable for determining the weather of a summer resort. The low temperature in Bulgaria in June gives way to the July full heat. The air is filled with the scents of summer. Excellent + 30 0 With a hot cloud, envelop tourists, making you relax in the sunshine. The Black Sea Bulgaria, in which the water temperature rises to +25 0 , in July fully justifies the title of the best European Black Sea resort.
If the heat is not to your liking, then a vacation should be spent on the north coast. The coolness of the sea breeze does not allow "frying" on the beach. It is at night as warm as during the day. The amazing holiday of Julia, which lasts all night, ends at dawn. Many people meet the first rays of the sun, waiting for renewal and purification in their light.
Music lovers need to visit Burgas. Folk festivals and festivals of classical music delight the spoiled hearing of music lovers.
August
The weather differs little from mid-summer. August is still the same hot summer month. At least, until mid-September, the temperature does not fall below +27 0 C. Occasionally a light rain brings a little coolness, puddles instantly dry out in the bright sun, you can return to the sea again.
Heat, humidity contribute to the ripening of fruits, on which the earth is so generous. Apples and grapes add to the menu. Bulgarian cuisine is rich in vegetable dishes. Eggplants, zucchini, peppers, cooked by culinary specialists, will not leave indifferent even the biggest meat lovers.
August is the end of the summer holidays. Attracts families to enjoy the gentle, gentle sun, warm sea baths. Interesting boat trips allow you to learn a lot of new, exciting about the history and culture of the country. The still high temperature in Bulgaria in August favors active sea tourism. Picturesque landscapes captivate, make you forget about the hardships of city life.
Folklore holidays in Sofia are replaced by the Bansko Jazz Festival and the Varna Film Festival.
September
Warm and even hot, like in summer. However, prices at hotels on the coast fall by 30%, as parents with their children went home. The beaches are empty, walks can take longer, exploring the sights is leisurely. The temperature ranges from +24 0 to +26 0 . Swimming in the sea is a pleasure, the sea surface is not disturbed by storms, sand is clean on well-groomed beaches.
Having once visited Bulgaria in the velvet season, I want to return at that time.
Winter resorts
Among the centuries-old coniferous forests on the slopes of the Rila Mountains, amazing in their beauty, skiing is a real pleasure. From mid-December, the skiing season begins. At this point, a stable snow cover is formed, the tracks of different difficulty levels are suitable for both amateurs and true professionals.
Developed infrastructure with ski lifts, well-equipped kilometers of slopes, hotels where you can warm up and rent equipment, distinguishes the resorts of northern Bulgaria.
Snow holds in the mountains until the beginning of April, the temperature rarely drops below -10 0 (although frosts up to -30 0 are possible).
Windy and frosty weather does not always lead to long walks, but it is so nice to sit in front of the fireplace with a mug of hot mulled wine.