February weather forecast
Sofia, Bulgaria

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The full panorama of Sofia City, Bulgaria with the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral centrally placed
The full panorama of Sofia City, Bulgaria with the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral centrally placed

Weather in February

Moving into February, Sofia experiences a slight but noticeable increase in temperatures compared to January. Despite the gradual warming, it continues to rain ice particles, albeit less frequently than in the preceding month. The daylight hours extend a bit, adding more sunshine and spectacles to witness around the city. The UV index starts to rise, yet remains relatively low, indicating that winter is not ready to give way just yet.

Temperature

As Sofia steps into February, the average high-temperature is measured at a still icy 5.6°C (42.1°F), displaying minor differences from January's 3.4°C (38.1°F). Sofia reports a consistent average low-temperature of -2.9°C (26.8°F) throughout February nights.

Rainfall

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sofia. In Sofia, in February, during 6.3 snowfall days, 192mm (7.56") of snow is typically accumulated. In Sofia, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 981mm (38.62") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Sofia is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of February in Sofia, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:15 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Sofia, Bulgaria, is 4.1h.

UV index

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Sofia is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in February translates into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is February cold in Sofia?

In Sofia, 5.6°C (42.1°F) is the average high-temperature and -2.9°C (26.8°F) is the average low-temperature during February.

What is the driest month in Sofia?

February is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sofia in February?

In Sofia, Bulgaria, during February, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sofia in February?

In Sofia, in February, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 192mm (7.56") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February in Sofia?

In Sofia, the average day length in February is 10h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in February in Sofia?

On the first day of February in Sofia, Bulgaria, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:15 EET.

How long on average sun shines in February in Sofia?

In Sofia, the average sunshine duration in February is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in February in Sofia?

The average daily maximum UV index in February in Sofia, Bulgaria, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average temperature in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average high temperature in February: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: -2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.9°C).

Average rainfall in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average rainfall in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average rainfall in February: 31.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (75.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31.5mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average rainfall days in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average rainfall days in February: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7 days).

Average snowfall in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average snowfall in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average snowfall in February: 192mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (248mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average snowfall days in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average snowfall days in February: 6.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average UV index in February
Sofia, Bulgaria

Average UV index in February - Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Sofia, Bulgaria

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