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Romania Weather in October

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

Thinking about venturing to Romania this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Romania in October

October in Romania generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Statjunea Borsa at 12°C (54°F) to pleasant in Caracal at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Caracal and 2°C (36°F) in Statjunea Borsa.

For a closer look at conditions across Romania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chilia Veche with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in Sighetu Marmaţiei with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Bucharest gets around 176 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Romania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Romania — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bucharest)

Best Places to Visit in Romania in October

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

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Temperature range in Romania (October)

Precipitation variation in Romania (October)

Bucharest

In October Bucharest generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
224 hours
176 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Mamaia

In October Mamaia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
170 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Braşov

In October Braşov generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sibiu

In October Sibiu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
151 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Cluj-Napoca

In October Cluj-Napoca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
158 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bucharest 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Mamaia 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Braşov 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sibiu 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Cluj-Napoca 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Timişoara 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Romania weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Romania in October?

In October, Romania generally has pleasant weather conditions. Bucharest sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Romania in October?

Bucharest averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Romania get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Bucharest averages just 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Romania.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Romania?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Bucharest, October might be a good time to visit Romania. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Romania is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Bucharest. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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