Average Monthly Sunshine in Bucharest

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Bucharest receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Bucharest. Expect long, bright days with 291 hours in July and darker periods with just 63 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2115 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious 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.

Bucharest’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Bucharest enjoys an average of 2115 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

June, Bucharest’s wettest month, receives 49 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 7°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Bucharest Precipitation page.