It is 4° in Bansko now. clear sky

hypothermia

Tourist wrapped in rescue foil (emergency shelter) in Pirin

Emergency Shelter: Your Life Insurance When the Mountain Barks

Starting a fire with a magnesium lighter and a spark

Making a Fire in the Mountains: Rules, Dos and Don'ts, and Survival Skills

Infographic explaining the phenomenon of wind chill and why -10°C can feel like -25°C in wind. Includes an illustration of a skier on a lift, a graph of the relationship between wind and temperature, and practical tips for layering and face protection when skiing.

Bansko Felt Temperature: Complete Guide to Wind Chill (2026)