Bulgaria has issued orange-level weather warnings for six districts due to expected heavy rainfall on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The districts under the orange alert include Kurdzhali, Haskovo, Yambol, Bourgas, Varna, and Shoumen, where intense precipitation is anticipated. Additionally, most other districts have been placed under yellow-level alerts for potentially hazardous weather conditions.
The national weather forecast predicts that Bulgaria will experience cloudy and rainy conditions throughout the day, with central and eastern regions expected to receive the heaviest rainfall. In contrast, precipitation in the southwestern areas is predicted to diminish and eventually cease. Moderate northerly winds are expected nationwide, with temporarily strong gusts likely in the eastern parts of the country. Temperatures are forecast to range between 10°C and 15°C, with Sofia projected to reach around 11°C.
In the mountainous regions, conditions are expected to be cloudy, windy, and rainy, with snowfall anticipated at elevations above 1,700 meters. Significant precipitation is forecast particularly in the central Balkan Mountains, the Rhodope Mountains, Strandzha, and Sakar. Temperatures in these areas are expected to be around 6°C at 1,200 meters and approximately 1°C at 2,000 meters.
The Black Sea coast is also set to experience rough weather conditions, with cloudy skies, rain, and strong winds forecasted. Heavy local precipitation is possible in the afternoon, and a yellow-level warning has been issued for strong winds and waves along the coast. Maximum temperatures in this region are expected to range from 15°C to 17°C, with sea temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
Sofia City, Pernik, Kyustendil, and Blagoevgrad are the only districts without any weather warnings. Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions against heavy rain and strong winds.