Month by month
| Month | Afternoon | Sea | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.9 °C | 8.5 °C | 9 days | Unfavourable season |
| February | 10.6 °C | 7.3 °C | 7 days | Unfavourable season |
| March | 12.7 °C | 7.9 °C | 9 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| April | 17.3 °C | 10.7 °C | 9 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| May | 21.4 °C | 15.9 °C | 11 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| June | 26.3 °C | 21.7 °C | 11 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| July | 29.2 °C | 25 °C | 6 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| August | 29.6 °C | 25.7 °C | 4 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| September | 25.6 °C | 23.8 °C | 6 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| October | 19.7 °C | 19.5 °C | 6 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| November | 14.6 °C | 15.5 °C | 9 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| December | 9.9 °C | 11.6 °C | 8 days | Unfavourable season |
Before you go
Three things to check once you have picked your dates.
Entry
Bulgaria is in the European Union. Entry rules depend on your nationality — check before booking.
Safety
No specific restrictions
Usual precautions apply.
Official advice updated 11 August 2026
Health
Recommended vaccinations, water quality, mosquitoes: advice depends on the country and the season. Some vaccines need time before departure.
Beau Fixe is not a safety or health authority. These notes summarise public advisories and link to their source; only the competent authorities are authoritative. Alert levels: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk), Open Government Licence v3.0.
FAQ
Can you swim in Burgas in October?
The sea averages 19.5°C in October — too cold for most swimmers.
How hot is Burgas in October?
Expect 19.7°C in the afternoon and 11.4°C at night, averaged over the last 10 years.
Does it rain a lot in Burgas in October?
Around 6 days with rain (≥ 1 mm) in the month — 18% of days.