Climate

In terms of climate the municipality of Shabla is characterized by moderate continental climate, which is directly influenced by the Black Sea. The occurring weather phenomena are similar to those of typical Eastern European climate, as the most significant is the small rainfall. Its minimum is in spring and summer (103 mm and 106 mm rainfall, respectively) and its maximum is in autumn (143 mm); in winter average rainfall of about 112 mm is reported. The months of July and August are hottest, with average maximum temperatures between +21°С and +23 °С. The average annual maximum and minimum temperatures for Shabla are 16.4 °С and 7.4 °С and are slightly higher than those inland[1]. Winter is mild and humid, mainly because of the influence of the Black Sea climatic sub-region. Strong winds blowing predominantly from north to northeast and bringing cold air masses are typical of the municipality.

[1]Development Plan of municipality of Shabla, 2014-2020.