Bulgaria is set to experience mostly cloudy conditions across the country on Wednesday, with light rain expected in southeastern and mountainous regions, according to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) and forecaster Ralena Dimitrova.
In Western and Central Bulgaria, winds will blow gently from the east before gradually subsiding by the afternoon. Meanwhile, in the eastern parts of the country, north-northeast winds will prevail, ranging from weak to moderate in strength.
Despite the grey skies, temperatures will remain stable, hovering between 10°C and 15°C. In the capital, Sofia, the mercury will reach around 12°C.
Atmospheric pressure will begin higher than the average for November but will decline slightly during the day, though it will still remain above normal levels. The overall pattern suggests a calm but cool midweek day across much of the country.
Snow Expected in the Mountains
In the mountainous regions, skies will stay mostly cloudy with intermittent light rain. Above 2,000 meters, snow is anticipated, signaling the first signs of early winter in high-altitude areas.
Winds in the mountains will be weak to moderate, coming from the north-northeast and shifting to a northwesterly direction at greater elevations. Temperatures are expected to peak at around 8°C at 1,200 meters and 3°C at 2,000 meters.
Cloudy and Damp Along the Coast
Along the Black Sea coast, heavy cloud cover will dominate the day, accompanied by scattered light rain, particularly in the southern coastal zones. Moderate north-northeast winds will continue to blow, creating slightly choppy sea conditions.
Maximum daytime temperatures will range between 14°C and 16°C. Sea water temperatures are forecast to stay mild, between 15°C and 18°C, while waves will measure between two and three points on the Beaufort scale.
Shorter Days and a Full Moon Over Sofia
In Sofia, the sun will rise at 7:06 a.m. and set at 5:14 p.m., providing a total of 10 hours and 8 minutes of daylight. Residents will also be treated to a full moon, which will rise at 4:50 p.m. and set at 6:53 a.m. the next morning.
The midweek forecast paints a typical November picture for Bulgaria — cloudy skies, light precipitation, and steadily cool temperatures as the nation gradually transitions toward winter.
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