July 29 is generally a great time to visit Sofia. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 28°C weather. As it's peak season for Sofia, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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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 July 29
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.9°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sofia in July
Based on historical data for July 29, Sofia typically experiences temperatures between 17.4°C and 27.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sofia
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.5°C
🔥 Minor difference
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
36%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1012.9 hPa
Low 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+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Index
29.5°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Bulgaria
Flight Traffic
High
83/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~79
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sofia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:16
☀️ Noon
12:34
🌇 Sunset
19:52
⏱️ Daylight
14h 36m
Wind Speed
9.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
62%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Sofia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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 July 29 averages 27.9°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
July 22
28.4°C • 9% rain
Score
100
July 23
28.7°C • 10% rain
Score
100
July 24
28.7°C • 13% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Sofia Worth Visiting on July 29?
Planning a trip to Sofia on July 29? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.9°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 79 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 July 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 35.7°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 14.2°C in 2017.