Chavdar, Bulgaria
Sofia · Bulgaria
Chavdar is a small town in Sofia, Bulgaria with a population of 1,129. Elevation: 1,939 ft (591 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chavdar
Chavdar is a village situated in a mountain region, in the eastern part of Sofia Province, Bulgaria.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,129 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,939 ft (591 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.6500°, 24.0500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Sofia |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.8 inches (12 cm) |
About Chavdar
Chavdar is a small town in Bulgaria (Sofia) with a population of 1,129. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet (591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,939 ft (591 m) |
| Area | 27.3 sq mi (70.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6500°N, 24.0500°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.7 in |
Chavdar has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 30°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Chavdar
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ОУ "Св. Св. Кирил и Методий" | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chavdar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| History Museum Panagyurishte | ||||
| Museum "House of Elin Pelin" | ||||
| Museum of Raina Knyaginya | ||||
| Todor Zhivkov Museum | ||||
| Въстановка на неолитно селище "Тополница" | ||||
| Дринова къща | ||||
| Исторически музей | ||||
| Исторически музей Етрополе | ||||
| Къща-музей "Райна Княгиня" | ||||
| Музеен комплекс Тодор Живков | ||||
| Природонаучен музей | ||||
| Тутева къща | ||||
| Фоклорен център |
Libraries in Chavdar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Градска библиотека "Стоян Дринов" | 0.0 | |||||
| Любен Каравелов | 0.0 |
Hotels in Chavdar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chavdar
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chavdar
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chavdar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Chavdar
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ски Копривки | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| писта х. "Здравец" - малка | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| писта х. "Здравец" - голяма | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Chavdar
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sofia Airport | SOF | Large Airport |
| Graf Ignatievo Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Bahovitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Belchinski Bani Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bohot Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dolna Banya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ihtiman Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Koynare Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Krivodol Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lesnovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maritsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Moskovets Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nedelevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pishtigovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slatina Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tsalapitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vratsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chavdar
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Параклис "Св. Георги" | |
| Параклис Света Петка | |
| Параклис Свети Георги | |
| Параклис Свети дух | |
| Рождество на Пресвета Богородица | |
| Св. Архангел Михаил | |
| Храм "Свети Архангел Михаил" |
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Waterfalls Near Chavdar
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Chavdar.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Казаните | Height: 20 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
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What is the population of Chavdar?
Chavdar has a population of 1,129 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 27.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chavdar?
Chavdar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.
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