Madara, Bulgaria
Shumen · Bulgaria
Madara is a small town in Shumen, Bulgaria with a population of 868. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°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 Madara
Madara is a village in northeastern Bulgaria, part of Shumen municipality, Shumen Province. Madara lies 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of the city of Shumen, at the western foot of the Madara plateau.
People
Climate
| Population | 868 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2833°, 27.1000° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Shumen |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (557 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.9 inches (7 cm) |
About Madara
Madara is a small town in Bulgaria (Shumen) with a population of 868. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (41.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2833°N, 27.1000°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 4 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.9 in |
Madara has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and January the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Madara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNR Radio Shumen | - | AAC+ 36 kbps |
Museums in Madara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Lajos Kossuth House Museum | ||||
| museum Pancho Vladigerov | ||||
| Regional Historical Museum | ||||
| Regional History Museum | ||||
| Археологически музей „Професор Рашо Рашев“ Archaeologicla Museum Prof. Rasho Rashev | ||||
| Бонсай градина | ||||
| Възрожденски комплекс | ||||
| Дворът На Кирилицата | ||||
| Исторически музей - Нови Пазар | ||||
| Къща-музей "Килийно училище" | ||||
| Къща-музей Добри Войников | ||||
| Къща-музей Панайот Волов | ||||
| Тракийски гробници до село Ивански |
Libraries in Madara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Library Stiliyan Chilingirov | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Madara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Пазар |
Restaurants in Madara
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Madara
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Madara
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Madara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Madara
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Burgas Airport | BOJ | Large Airport |
| Varna Airport | VAR | Large Airport |
| Aytos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedzhene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blagoevo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branichevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Doyrantsi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Golyama Smolnitsa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gradishte Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kalugerene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaynardzha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krivnya Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krushari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leskovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lozarevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nikola Kozlevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orlyak Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ostrovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shumen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Slanchev Bryag (Sunny Beach) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sliven Barshen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Staro Selishte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Suvorovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tervel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vetrino Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zavet Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Madara
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Madara Rider | Cultural | 1979 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Madara
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Св. Георги и Св. Тривелий |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Madara
What is the population of Madara?
Madara has a population of 868 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Madara?
Madara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.
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