🇪🇸 Barcelona vs Sofia 🇧🇬

Barcelona, Spain vs Sofia, Bulgaria — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Barcelona is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Barcelona is drier, with roughly 47 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Barcelona🇧🇬 Sofia
Avg annual high21°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)July (28°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (5°C low)January (-4°C low)
Rainy days / year59106
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, June, September

🇪🇸 Barcelona

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

🇧🇬 Sofia

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (28°C), coldest lows in January (-4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Barcelona or Sofia warmer?

Barcelona is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Barcelona or Sofia?

Sofia is rainier — Barcelona sees about 47 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona vs Sofia?

Barcelona is best around April, May, October; Sofia is best around May, June, September.

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