October weather forecast
Sofia, Bulgaria

October in Sofia, Bulgaria, is a blend of the residual warmth of summer and the fresh breeze of the incoming winter. It could be noted as the month when the city undergoes a remarkable transformation in its weather patterns. The long summer days start to fade, replaced by fresh and crisp autumn air. However, the rain still makes its presence felt with a few downpours. Yet, the UV index drops significantly, reducing the need for sun protection.

Temperature

In Sofia, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F) in September to an enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Sofia's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F).

Rainfall

In October, in Sofia, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sofia, there are 125 rainfall days, and 582mm (22.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 19mm (0.75") of snow. Throughout the year, in Sofia, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 981mm (38.62") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sofia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 19:08 EEST. On the last day of October, in Sofia, Bulgaria, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:20 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Sofia is 5.3h.

UV index

In Sofia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in October translates into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.