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Velingrad, Bulgaria
Pazardzhik · Bulgaria
Velingrad is a small city in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria with a population of 20,286. Elevation: 2,461 ft (750 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Velingrad
Velingrad is a town in Pazardzhik Province, Southern Bulgaria, located at the western end of Chepino Valley, part of the Rhodope Mountains. It is the administrative center of the homonymous Velingrad Municipality and one of the most popular Bulgarian balneological resorts. The town has a population of 22,602 inhabitants according to the 2011 census of Velingrad.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 20,286 |
| Population Density | 420 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,461 ft (750 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0275°, 23.9916° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Pazardzhik |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.4 inches (19 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,404 |
About Velingrad
Velingrad is a small city in Bulgaria (Pazardzhik) with a population of 20,286. The city sits at an elevation of 2,461 feet (750 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Velingrad vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,404 |
| 62% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,014 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Velingrad
Velingrad has an average annual temperature of 7.6°C (46°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 725 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.6°F |
| 17% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,461 ft (750 m) |
| Area | 48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 420/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0275°N, 23.9916°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.0 in |
Velingrad has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and October the driest (1.6").
Schools in Velingrad
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| СОУ "Васил Левски" | - | - | - | - |
| ТИТ "Алеко Константинов" | - | - | - | - |
| High school Hristo Smirnenski | - | - | - | - |
| ОУ „Христо Ботев“ | - | - | - | - |
| Професионална гимназия по горско стопанство „Христо Ботев“ | - | - | - | - |
| Училище | - | - | - | - |
| Училище | - | - | - | - |
| ЕСПУ "св. св. Кирил и Методий" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Velingrad
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Velingrad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum Velingrad | ||||
| Museum of History | ||||
| Narrow gauge railway museum | ||||
| Pliocene Epoch Park | ||||
| Баташката църква |
Hotels in Velingrad
29 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Velingrad
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Velingrad
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Velingrad
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Velingrad
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Velingrad
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Velingrad
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Velingrad
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Velingrad
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Velingrad
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Velingrad
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Velingrad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Velingrad
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamporovo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chepelare | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bansko Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bansko | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| писта х. "Здравец" - голяма | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Velingrad
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sofia Airport | SOF | Large Airport |
| Graf Ignatievo Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Belchinski Bani Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dolna Banya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ihtiman Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lesnovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Maritsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Moskovets Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nedelevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pishtigovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tsalapitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Velingrad
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Speedy | |
| Еконт | |
| Еконт | |
| Еконт |
Treatment Centers in Velingrad
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Vita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Velingrad
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| Sveti Georgi | |
| Sveti Nikola | |
| Velingrad Central Mosque | |
| Новата Джамия Драгиново | |
| Света Троица | |
| Свети Георги | |
| Успение Богородично |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Velingrad
What is the population of Velingrad?
Velingrad has a population of 20,286 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 420 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.
Is Velingrad expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,404, 62% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Velingrad?
Velingrad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Velingrad?
There are 1,014 business establishments in the area.