Romania

Romania Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Romania in August.

Are you planning a trip a to Romania in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Romania in August

Romania has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Ciocăneşti at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Caracal at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Caracal and 10°C (50°F) in Ciocăneşti. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Romania. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Romania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vama Veche with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Voineasa with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Bucharest sees around 281 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Romania in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Romania.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Romania

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Romania?

Temperature range in Romania (August)

Precipitation variation in Romania (August)

Bucharest

In August Bucharest generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
281 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Mamaia

In August Mamaia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
308 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Braşov

In August Braşov generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Sibiu

In August Sibiu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
233 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Cluj-Napoca

In August Cluj-Napoca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
265 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Romania in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bucharest 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mamaia 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Braşov 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Sibiu 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Cluj-Napoca 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Timişoara 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Romania weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Romania in August?

Romania typically experiences tolerable weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Bucharest average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Romania in August?

Daytime temperatures in Bucharest peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in August, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Romania get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Romania during August, with Bucharest averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Romania?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Romania with overall pleasant weather in Bucharest.

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Bucharest. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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