Capital city, Romania
Bucharest weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bucharest
May–June and Sep–Oct are mild. July–August is hot, often above 35°C. Winters are cold and grey with some smog; spring and autumn are busiest for events.
Bucharest weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°44 mm
- Feb6°34 mm
- Mar12°39 mm
- Apr18°43 mm
- May24°65 mm
- Jun28°79 mm
- Jul32°67 mm
- Aug32°46 mm
- Sep26°52 mm
- Oct18°56 mm
- Nov11°42 mm
- Dec4°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C36°F | -5°C22°F | 44 mm | 88% | Freezing |
| February | 6°C42°F | -4°C25°F | 34 mm | 84% | Cold |
| March | 12°C53°F | 1°C33°F | 39 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 6°C42°F | 43 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 12°C53°F | 65 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 16°C61°F | 79 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C89°F | 18°C65°F | 67 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C89°F | 18°C65°F | 46 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C78°F | 13°C55°F | 52 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 7°C44°F | 56 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 11°C51°F | 2°C35°F | 42 mm | 83% | Cold |
| December | 4°C39°F | -3°C26°F | 48 mm | 88% | Cold |
Best months across Romania
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Brașov | Jun–Sep, Dec | Aug (26°C) |
| Cluj-Napoca | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Sibiu | May–Jun, Sep, Dec | Aug (28°C) |
| Sighișoara | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Timișoara | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (31°C) |
| Constanța | Jun–Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Iași | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Oradea | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Danube Delta | Apr–Jun, Sep | Jul (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bucharest?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and Sep–Oct are mild. July–August is hot, often above 35°C. Winters are cold and grey with some smog; spring and autumn are busiest for events.
When is the rainy season in Bucharest?
Rain peaks in June with about 79 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bucharest?
August, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Bucharest get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -5°C (22°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.