Weather forecast for the Sultan's Trail: Sofia - Istanbul in March

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Start date
Feb 26
Start town
Sofia
End date
Apr 12
End town
Istanbul
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
46
Total distance
978 km
Daily distance
21.3 km
Average high
11°C
Average low
2°C
Average precipitation
2.5 mm/day

The Sultans Trail from Sofia to Istanbul takes you through a diverse range of weather conditions. Starting in March from Sofia, Bulgaria, you can expect cold temperatures, with average highs around 5°C to 9°C and lows from -1°C to 0°C. The region experiences a mix of overcast skies and sunny days, with occasional rain and snowfall. Precipitation remains relatively light, averaging around 1 to 3 mm daily. As you progress through Bulgaria, fluctuations in weather patterns manifest primarily in alternating sunny and cloudy days, with occasional rain or light snow.

Moving southward towards the border with Turkey and into Thrace, you'll encounter milder temperatures, slightly warmer than the earlier stages of the route. The average highs range from 7°C to 13°C, and lows hover between -3°C to 3°C. Precipitation levels increase as well, averaging around 2 to 4 mm per day, with a higher possibility of rain showers, although sunny spells continue to be frequent.

Approaching Istanbul, the climate becomes noticeably milder, with average highs reaching up to 16°C to 18°C and lows between 5°C and 10°C. The likelihood of rain persists, but sunny days are more frequent, providing more stable weather conditions. Precipitation tends to be less frequent in this region compared to earlier stages, with averages dropping to around 1 to 2 mm per day. Overall, the journey through Turkey is characterized by a more temperate climate compared to the colder start in Bulgaria.

This overview is for an early March start, walking the standard stages.
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