April 29 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Sofia. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 19°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Sofia right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Sofia
Currency
BGN
лв Bulgarian lev
Language
Bulgarian
Driving
Right side
Connect
5G internet is available from all three ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.541
Sofia Weather Forecast for April 29
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.5°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sofia in April
Based on historical data for April 29, Sofia typically experiences temperatures between 7.6°C and 18.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sofia
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1015.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Sofia Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Bulgaria
Flight Traffic
High
92/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~87
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sofia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:25
☀️ Noon
12:25
🌇 Sunset
19:24
⏱️ Daylight
13h 59m
Wind Speed
11.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Sofia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sofia on April 29 averages 18.5°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sofia Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Sofia Worth Visiting on April 29?
Planning a trip to Sofia on April 29? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.5°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 87 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Bulgaria, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.6°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 2.8°C in 2025.