Monthly climate guide
Bucharest weather in August
Expect very hot weather in Bucharest in August: afternoons reach about 32°C (90°F), while nights drop to around 18°C (65°F). Around 40 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 14°C.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 31%.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 5°C lower by September.
- August brings late summer to Bucharest.
August is typically Bucharest's warmest month.
Avg high
32°C
90°F
Avg low
18°C
65°F
Rainfall
40 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
52%
relative
Sky
31%
cloud · mostly sunny
Bucharest weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 23°F | 47 mm | 89% | 74% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -3°C / 27°F | 37 mm | 85% | 75% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 1°C / 35°F | 44 mm | 76% | 62% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 6°C / 43°F | 50 mm | 70% | 58% |
| May | 24°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 80 mm | 69% | 60% |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 16°C / 61°F | 95 mm | 65% | 53% |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 65°F | 64 mm | 57% | 39% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 18°C / 65°F | 40 mm | 52% | 31% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 14°C / 57°F | 41 mm | 56% | 46% |
| October | 19°C / 67°F | 8°C / 46°F | 60 mm | 71% | 57% |
| November | 12°C / 53°F | 3°C / 37°F | 44 mm | 83% | 71% |
| December | 5°C / 42°F | -2°C / 29°F | 48 mm | 88% | 72% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Bucharest?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Bucharest →Other Romania cities in August
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Bucharest in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Bucharest?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Bucharest are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Bucharest in August?
Average highs are about 32°C (90°F) and average lows about 18°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bucharest in August?
Bucharest typically gets around 40 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bucharest (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.