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On December 6, Bulgaria will experience predominantly cloudy weather, with light rain expected in northern regions and parts of the southwest. Winds will be light to moderate, blowing from the east-northeast, while in eastern areas, southeasterly winds will prevail. Morning temperatures will range between 2°C and 7°C, with Sofia around 3°C. Daytime highs will be between 4°C and 9°C, reaching approximately 7°C in the capital.
Along the coastline, skies will remain mostly cloudy, with rain likely in northern sections. Winds will be light to moderate from the southeast. Temperatures will reach highs of 9°C to 12°C, while sea water temperatures are forecast to range between 10°C and 12°C. Waves will be moderate, measuring 2 to 3 degrees on the Douglas scale.
In the mountains, conditions will be mostly overcast, with light snow anticipated at elevations above 1,700 meters. Winds will be moderate to strong from the southwest. Maximum temperatures are expected to be around 6°C at 1,200 meters altitude and approximately -1°C at 2,000 meters.
Source: National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH)
The weather on January 15 is expected to be predominantly cloudy throughout Bulgaria, with occasional light snow showers, especially in the southern regions
On January 14, the weather in Bulgaria will feature mostly sunny skies in the northern regions as clouds begin to break up
The weather in Bulgaria on January 13 will bring snow to the southern regions, with significant accumulations expected in mountainous areas such as the Rila-Rhodope massif
The Road Infrastructure Agency has urged drivers to ensure their vehicles are properly prepared for winter conditions in the coming days, as meteorologists forecast rain and snow in Northwestern Bulgaria and the Fore-Balkans
On January 11, the weather across Bulgaria will generally be mostly cloudy, with varying precipitation depending on the region
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