Sandanski, Bulgaria
Blagoevgrad · Bulgaria
Sandanski is a small city in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria with a population of 23,334. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°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 Sandanski
Sandanski is a town and a recreation center in southwestern Bulgaria, part of Blagoevgrad Province. Named after the Macedonian Bulgarian revolutionary Yane Sandanski, it is situated in Sandanski–Petrich Valley at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, along the banks of the Sandanska Bistritsa River. Sandanski is about 20 km away from the Bulgaria-Greece border and 100 km away from the Aegean Sea.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,334 |
| Population Density | 2,250 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.5667°, 23.2833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Blagoevgrad |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (490 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
About Sandanski
Sandanski is a small city in Bulgaria (Blagoevgrad) with a population of 23,334. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet (246 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Climate in Sandanski
Sandanski has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 603 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (26.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5667°N, 23.2833°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | NORTH AEGEAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 161 | 129 km |
| 1902 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 5 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.8 in |
Sandanski has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 35°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and September the driest (1.2").
Schools in Sandanski
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Неофит Рилски | - | - | - | - |
| Земеделска професионална гимназия "Кл. Тимирязев" гр. Сандански | - | - | - | - |
| ДГ "Дора Габе" | - | - | - | - |
| Third Primary School "Christo Botev" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sandanski
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Γαλαξίας 92.1 Σέρρες (GR) | greek folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100 FM Radio 1 (GR) | oldies, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ακρόαμα 94.6 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Polis 100 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Σοκολάτα 102.4 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cosmos 93 (GR) | greek music, news | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Κιβωτός 99.2 (GR) | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Σέρρες 98.9 (GR) | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κιβωτός 99.2 (GR) | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| E 103 (GR) | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rodon 95 (GR) | alternative, electronica | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sokolata 102,4 (GR) | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Notes 106 (GR) | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Lemon 88.8 (GR) | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 101 Radio 1 (GR) | pop, rock | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Sandanski
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum of Melnik | ||||
| Kordopulov House | ||||
| Roupel Fortress Museum | ||||
| Изложбена зала | ||||
| Исторически музей | ||||
| Къща-музей "Баба Ванга" | ||||
| Музей на Виното | ||||
| Музейна сбирка |
Farmers Markets in Sandanski
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Стокова борса Кърналово |
Hotels in Sandanski
31 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sandanski
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sandanski
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sandanski
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sandanski
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Sandanski
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sandanski
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sandanski
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sandanski
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sandanski
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sandanski
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sandanski
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sandanski
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sandanski
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sandanski
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sandanski
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sandanski
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 Sandanski
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dolna Banya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Panicharevo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Serres Emmanuel Pappas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Serres-Chortero Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sitagroi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sandanski
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Speedy | |
| Еконт | |
| Поща | |
| Сандански |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandanski
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Баптистка църква | |
| св. Димитър | |
| Св. Св. Кирил и Методи | |
| Св. св. Константин и Елена | |
| Света Троица | |
| Успение Богородично | |
| църква "Света Марина" |
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Waterfalls Near Sandanski
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Sandanski.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Попина Лъка | |
| Скока |
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What is the population of Sandanski?
Sandanski has a population of 23,334 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 2,250 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sandanski?
Sandanski has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.
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