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Burgas in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Burgas in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Burgas, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Burgas in December 2024

OK Weather
Chill
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Burgas in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +46°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 44 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Burgas;

Average weather

☀️
+46°F
Avg. max. temperature
+12°F
Min.
+68°F
Max.
44 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Burgas has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Burgas in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Burgas for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +54°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +55°F.

Is Burgas warm or cold in December?

Burgas is typically chill in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +55°F to +46°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +43°F to +36°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

December is one of the coolest months in Burgas, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Burgas in December

Water in Burgas in December is Cold. It varies from +46°F to +55°F, with an average of +50°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +46°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Burgas are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +45°F.

Can you swim in Burgas in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Burgas in December, the water is very cold (+50°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Burgas in December

Burgas weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+55°F+46°F+43°F
Min. temperature
+23°F+12°F+3°F
Max. temperature
+79°F+68°F+66°F
Rainfall
50 mm44 mm36 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F+50°F+47°F
Humidity
80%81%81%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1019 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
667
Cloudy days
131212
Rainy days
997
Snowy days
134

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +55°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +46°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 50 mm to 44 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Burgas in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Burgas is gradually decreasing during December, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Burgas based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 62 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Burgas wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 61 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 31 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during December in Burgas based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in December, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.

December is one of the snowiest months in Burgas.

Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last December in Burgas?

This is the weather in Burgas in December 2023:
1 December
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+63°F
2 December
☀️
+69°F
3 December
🌧️
+67°F
4 December
☁️
+41°F
5 December
☁️
+47°F
6 December
🌫️
+49°F
7 December
🌧️
+48°F
8 December
☁️
+40°F
9 December
☁️
+36°F
10 December
☁️
+43°F
11 December
☀️
+47°F
12 December
☀️
+51°F
13 December
☁️
+54°F
14 December
☁️
+62°F
15 December
🌧️
+50°F
16 December
🌧️
+39°F
17 December
☀️
+44°F
18 December
☀️
+51°F
19 December
☀️
+55°F
20 December
☀️
+55°F
21 December
☁️
+50°F
22 December
☁️
+46°F
23 December
☁️
+52°F
24 December
☀️
+57°F
25 December
☀️
+65°F
26 December
☀️
+66°F
27 December
☀️
+63°F
28 December
☀️
+57°F
29 December
☀️
+58°F
30 December
☁️
+54°F
31 December
☀️
+56°F
In December 2023 Burgas had 14 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +54°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +36°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Burgas climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Burgas in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+60°F) and the highest in 2023 (+67°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 355 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 806 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Burgas in December:

Is December a good time to visit Burgas?

It’s always a good time to visit Burgas, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Burgas in December?

Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Burgas in December?

Swimming in Burgas in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Burgas rainy in December?

Burgas is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Burgas in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Burgas in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Bulgaria

Check out the weather for other cities in Bulgaria.

Monthly weather in Burgas

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Burgas, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.