Burgas is a coastal area of Bulgaria on the Black Sea, with 21 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 8°C in the coolest month to 26°C at the summer peak, with roughly 4 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.
Burgas
21 tracked beaches in Burgas, Bulgaria, with live Black Sea temperatures.
Sea
Black Sea
Avg sea temp now
23.1°C
Best months
June – September
Best time to swim in Burgas
The sea in Burgas peaks in August, when the water averages around 26°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – September, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 4 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and October are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 13°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 8°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Burgas sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Burgas shows an annual mean sea temperature of 16°C, ranging from 8°C in winter to 26°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 18°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Burgas, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Jan
9°C
Feb
8°C
Mar
9°C
Apr
11°C
May
16°C
Jun
22°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
23°C
Oct
18°C
Nov
14°C
Dec
11°C
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Burgas sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Burgas?
August is the warmest month in Burgas, when the sea averages about 26°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Burgas?
The coldest month in Burgas is typically February, when the water averages around 8°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Burgas without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Burgas runs from June – September — about 4 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Burgas?
Outside peak summer the water in Burgas drops toward 13°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Burgas?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Burgas is about 16°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Burgas?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Burgas, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Beaches in the Burgas
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1Sarafovo BeachBurgas, Bulgaria23.7°C
- 2Elenite BeachElenite, Bulgaria23.6°C
- 3Primorsko SouthPrimorsko, Bulgaria23.5°C
- 4Kiten BeachKiten, Bulgaria23.5°C
- 5Lozenets BeachLozenets, Bulgaria23.5°C
- 6Nessebar South BeachNessebar, Bulgaria23.4°C
- 7Obzor BeachObzor, Bulgaria23.4°C
- 8Pomorie BeachPomorie, Bulgaria23.3°C
- 9Tsarevo BeachTsarevo, Bulgaria23.3°C
- 10Kraimorie BeachBurgas, Bulgaria23.3°C
- 11Chernomorets BeachChernomorets, Bulgaria23.3°C
- 12Ravda BeachRavda, Bulgaria23.1°C
- 13Dyuni BeachDyuni, Bulgaria23.0°C
- 14Sveti Vlas BeachSveti Vlas, Bulgaria23.0°C
- 15Sinemorets VelekaSinemorets, Bulgaria22.9°C
- 16Arkutino BeachArkutino, Bulgaria22.8°C
- 17Ahtopol BeachAhtopol, Bulgaria22.8°C
- 18Kavatsi BeachSozopol, Bulgaria22.7°C
- 19Smokinya BeachSozopol, Bulgaria22.7°C
- 20Burgas Central BeachBurgas, Bulgaria22.6°C
- 21Primorsko NorthPrimorsko, Bulgaria22.4°C
Swimming in the Burgas — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Burgas in September?
The Black Sea off the Burgas averages about 23.0°C in September, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in the Burgas?
The Burgas is warmest in August (around 26.0°C) and coldest in February (around 8.0°C). There are typically 4 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in the Burgas?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Burgas averages about 16.0°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Burgas?
In peak season (around August, ~26.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 8.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.