Bucharest Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Bucharest.
Climate overview of Bucharest
In spring and autumn, the average daytime temperatures vary between 17°C (63°F) and 22°C (72°F), making these seasons a great time to visit.
Bucharest Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bucharest — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Bucharest
In Bucharest, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C (39°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in August to around -4°C (25°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Bucharest
On average, Bucharest receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 698 mm (27 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less snow/rainfall, with 40 mm (1.6 in) over 10 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Bucharest Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Bucharest
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Bucharest. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Bucharest by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bucharest.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 89%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Bucharest
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in June, July, August, September and October to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Bucharest
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Bucharest
What is the best time to visit Bucharest?
May, June and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Bucharest. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Bucharest?
Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -4°C (25°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Bucharest get?
Annual rainfall is around 698 mm (27 in). June is the wettest month with 92 mm (3.6 in), while February is the driest with 40 mm (1.6 in).
How sunny is Bucharest?
Bucharest receives around 2,115 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 291 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 63 hours. Overall, Bucharest enjoys abundant sunshine.
Bucharest 3-Day Forecast
Bucharest 3-Day Forecast
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