Climate of Bucharest, Romania
Area-weighted average across Bucharest. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bucharest, a subdivision of Romania, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 22°C / 71.6°F in July, with rainfall from 28 mm / 1.1 in to 78 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (577 mm / 22.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.8°C28.8°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.1°C32.2°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| March | 5.2°C41.4°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| April | 11.2°C52.2°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| June | 20.2°C68.4°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| July | 22°C71.6°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| August | 21.3°C70.3°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 17.1°C62.8°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11°C51.8°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 4.3°C39.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| December | -0.1°C31.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bucharest?
The best months to visit Bucharest, Romania for sunny, dry weather are September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 22°C / 71.6°F, and the driest is January with about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 22°C / 71.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 577 mm / 22.7 in, with the wettest month being June (78 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest January (28 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bucharest?
The hottest month in Bucharest is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 22°C / 71.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Bucharest?
The coldest month in Bucharest is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.8°C / 28.8°F.
When does it rain most in Bucharest?
The wettest month in Bucharest is June, averaging about 78 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 28 mm / 1.1 in.