Pirdop
Obshtina Pirdop · Bulgaria
Pirdop is a town located in central-west Bulgaria. As of 2024, it had a population of 6,739. Pirdop Gate on Livingston Island in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica is named after Pirdop.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–September.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 26°C (79°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around -5°C (22°F).
The wettest month is May, with rain on about 13 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 9.2 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 10% of places in Bulgaria.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 14°
- Humidity
- 67%
- Wind
- 5 km/h NW
- Gusts
- 20 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 94%
- Pressure
- 1015 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:49 / 17:23
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Pirdop
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 | 2° | 5° | 9° | 15° | 20° | 24° | 26° | 26° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 4° |
| Average low | -5° | -4° | -1° | 3° | 8° | 11° | 13° | 12° | 9° | 4° | -1° | -4° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 37 | 41 | 46 | 61 | 77 | 78 | 67 | 53 | 42 | 41 | 50 | 42 |
| Rain days | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 2.9 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 8 | 9.2 | 8.8 | 7.4 | 5.6 | 3.6 | 2.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.4 | 10.5 | 11.8 | 13.3 | 14.6 | 15.3 | 15 | 13.9 | 12.4 | 11 | 9.7 | 9.1 |
| Humidity (%) | 80 | 79 | 74 | 68 | 70 | 69 | 65 | 64 | 66 | 72 | 79 | 82 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
| Go score | 17 | 19 | 28 | 51 | 68 | 80 | 86 | 90 | 90 | 64 | 28 | 15 |
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 Pirdop, 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 | Fair | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | 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.
Pirdop: 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
- Oct64
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Pirdop travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Pirdop lies in Sofia, Bulgaria. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–September. The warmest month is July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
Read the travel guide on Wikivoyage (in Polish)
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Pirdop: 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
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.6 (2012).
How to get to Pirdop
Nearest airports
- SOFSofia AirportSofia63 km
- PDVPlovdiv International AirportPlovdiv89 km
- CRACraiova International AirportCraiova181 km
- KVAKavala Alexander the Great International AirportKavala202 km
- ININiš Constantine the Great AirportNiš202 km
- SKPSkopje International AirportIlinden226 km
Distances
- Sofia70 km 1 h 13
- Plovdiv76 km 1 h 20
- Varna309 km 5 h 21
- Burgas270 km 4 h 41
- Stara Zagora123 km 2 h 08
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Hotels in Pirdop
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
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Population history
1998–2025Climate in Pirdop
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pirdop?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Pirdop is July–September.
What is the weather like in Pirdop in October?
In October, Pirdop averages a high of 16°C (60°F) and a low of 4°C (40°F), with 41 mm of rain on about 6 days.
What is the rainiest month in Pirdop?
May, with rain on about 13 days.
What is the nearest airport to Pirdop?
Sofia Airport (SOF), about 63 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 Pirdop most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Pirdop least crowded?
The quietest months are October–May.
When is the best time to visit Pirdop without the crowds?
June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Pirdop in?
Europe/Sofia (UTC+2).
What is the population of Pirdop?
About 8,136.