Kresna, Bulgaria
Blagoevgrad · Bulgaria
Kresna is a small town in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 2,764. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 49°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 Kresna
Kresna is a town and the seat of Kresna Municipality in Blagoevgrad Province in Bulgaria.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,764 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7333°, 23.1500° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Blagoevgrad |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.8 inches (12 cm) |
About Kresna
Kresna is a small town in Bulgaria (Blagoevgrad) with a population of 2,764. The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet (316 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Area | 21.8 sq mi (56.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7333°N, 23.1500°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 5 | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in |
Kresna has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (1.4").
Museums in Kresna
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum of Melnik | ||||
| Kordopulov House | ||||
| Исторически музей | ||||
| Музей на Виното |
Hotels in Kresna
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kresna
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kresna
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kresna
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kresna
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kresna
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kresna
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kresna
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lailias Ski Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bansko Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bansko | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kresna
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belchinski Bani Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dolna Banya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ihtiman Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Panicharevo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Serres Emmanuel Pappas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Serres-Chortero Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sofia West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kresna
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| "Saint Ilia" monastery | |
| Church |
Quick Facts
🇧🇬 About Bulgaria
Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kresna
What is the population of Kresna?
Kresna has a population of 2,764 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 21.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kresna?
Kresna has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.
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