March 17 is generally a great time to visit Sofia. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. 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 March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.5°C. 18% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Sofia in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Sofia typically experiences temperatures between 0.6°C and 10.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves 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
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
9.3°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
18%
Avg 0.9mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~18% chance
Pressure
1018.6 hPa
High volatility
Sofia Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 28 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 42 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 70 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.1°C
Dry air
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
98/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~93
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sofia
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
18:35
⏱️ Daylight
11h 58m
Wind Speed
13.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Sofia
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 March 17 averages 10.5°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 67/100."
— 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
March 24
11.9°C • 25% rain
Score
72
March 23
11.8°C • 26% rain
Score
71
March 22
11.2°C • 26% rain
Score
68
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📍 Is Sofia Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Sofia on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.5°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 93 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 March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.3°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -2.1°C in 2020.