🇮🇹 Rome vs Sofia 🇧🇬

Rome, Italy vs Sofia, Bulgaria — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Rome is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Rome is drier, with roughly 24 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇹 Rome🇧🇬 Sofia
Avg annual high21°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (28°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (-4°C low)
Rainy days / year82106
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, June, September

🇮🇹 Rome

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇧🇬 Sofia

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome or Sofia warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Rome or Sofia?

Sofia is rainier — Rome sees about 24 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Rome vs Sofia?

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

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