Orange rain warnings cover most of Bulgaria, with red alerts in five regions

Tuesday will bring widespread rain, turning to snow in the mountains. Precipitation will become heavier as the day goes on, with significant amounts expected. 

Morning temperatures will range from 5°C to 10°C, with 13–15°C along the Black Sea coast and around 6°C in Sofia. Afternoon highs will range from 6°C to 11°C, rising to 14–16°C in the southeast and along the coast. Sofia will reach around 8°C. Moderate east-northeasterly winds will strengthen across eastern Bulgaria later in the day.

The Black Sea coast will be cloudy and wet, with particularly heavy rain along northern and central stretches. Air temperatures will peak at 14–16°C, while sea temperatures will be 16–17°C. Sea conditions will range from force 3 to 5.

Cloud will cover the mountains, with prolonged, heavy rain on lower slopes and snow above 1,500 metres. Snow cover will deepen at higher elevations. Moderate to strong southeasterly winds will continue. Highs will be around 7°C at 1,200 metres and 0°C at 2,000 metres.

On Wednesday, rain will continue across eastern Bulgaria, turning heavy at times, while gradually clearing from the west. Northerly winds along the Black Sea coast will strengthen further, reaching gale force. Temperatures will dip slightly.

Editor: Ivo Ivanov