Godech
Obshtina Godech · Bulgaria
Godech is a town located in the Sofia Province, of Bulgaria. The town is founded in a valley on the far west of Stara Planina, where the Nishava River passes. The settlement is about 20 km east of the Serbian border and has its highest peak Kom to the north. Godech is officially a town with 4,663 inhabitants. It is the administrative center of the Godech municipality.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–September.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 25°C (77°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -5°C (23°F).
The wettest month is May, with rain on about 14 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 8.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 10% of places in Bulgaria.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 6°
- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 6 km/h N
- Gusts
- 18 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Pressure
- 1023 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:46 / 18:39
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Godech
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 3° | 5° | 9° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 21° | 16° | 9° | 4° |
| Average low | -5° | -4° | -1° | 3° | 7° | 10° | 12° | 11° | 8° | 4° | 0° | -3° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 37 | 42 | 50 | 65 | 84 | 88 | 70 | 58 | 50 | 47 | 55 | 46 |
| Rain days | 9 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 11 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 2.7 | 3.5 | 4.3 | 5.4 | 6.5 | 7.6 | 8.9 | 8.5 | 7 | 5.4 | 3.4 | 2.5 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.3 | 10.5 | 11.8 | 13.3 | 14.6 | 15.3 | 15.1 | 13.9 | 12.4 | 10.9 | 9.7 | 9 |
| Humidity (%) | 79 | 78 | 74 | 69 | 71 | 72 | 68 | 67 | 69 | 73 | 79 | 81 |
| Wind (km/h) | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| Go score | 16 | 17 | 25 | 46 | 63 | 76 | 84 | 87 | 85 | 61 | 27 | 13 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Godech, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Godech: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
October
- Oct61
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Godech: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Bulgarian Lev
BGN · лв
- Languages
- Bulgarian
- Calling code
- +359
- Emergency112
- Meal, casual restaurantBGN 11.00≈ $6.10
- CappuccinoBGN 3.00≈ $1.70
- Beer (0.5 l)BGN 4.10≈ $2.40
- Bottled water (1.5 l)BGN 1.40≈ $0.80
- Taxi, 5 kmBGN 7.10≈ $4.10
- Public transport ticketBGN 1.40≈ $0.80
- Mid-range hotel, per nightBGN 105≈ $61.00
Estimated from Bulgaria’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 24% of US levels.
- Dec 24Christmas Eve
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26Second day of Christmas
- Jan 1New Year's Day
1 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.6 (2012).
How to get to Godech
Nearest airports
- SOFSofia AirportSofia47 km
- ININiš Constantine the Great AirportNiš103 km
- CRACraiova International AirportCraiova160 km
- SKPSkopje International AirportIlinden166 km
- PRNPriština Adem Jashari International AirportPrishtina171 km
- PDVPlovdiv International AirportPlovdiv181 km
Distances
- Sofia42 km 44 min
- Plovdiv169 km 2 h 56
- Varna395 km 6 h 51 · 1 h 09
- Burgas365 km 6 h 20 · 1 h 07
- Stara Zagora222 km 3 h 51
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Hotels in Godech
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Population history
1998–2025Climate in Godech
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Godech?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Godech is July–September.
What is the weather like in Godech in October?
In October, Godech averages a high of 16°C (60°F) and a low of 4°C (39°F), with 47 mm of rain on about 7 days.
What is the rainiest month in Godech?
May, with rain on about 14 days.
What is the nearest airport to Godech?
Sofia Airport (SOF), about 47 km away.
What power plugs are used in Bulgaria?
Plug types C, F, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Bulgaria?
Bulgarian Lev (BGN).
What is the emergency number in Bulgaria?
112.
Is Bulgaria safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Godech most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Godech least crowded?
The quietest months are October–May.
When is the best time to visit Godech without the crowds?
June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Godech in?
Europe/Sofia (UTC+3).
What is the population of Godech?
About 5,154.