Monthly climate guide
Bucharest weather in March
March in Bucharest is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 13°C (55°F) and night-time lows near 1°C (35°F). The month usually brings about 44 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C warmer than February and 6°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Seasonally, March counts as early spring in Bucharest.
- Just 110 km apart, but Bucharest runs about 2°C warmer than Piteşti this month.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 11°C.
- It warms up quickly from here: by April highs are about 6°C higher.
Avg high
13°C
55°F
Avg low
1°C
35°F
Rainfall
44 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
62%
cloud · often cloudy
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 March
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March 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 March
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Bucharest in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Bucharest?
March is cool in Bucharest, with highs around 13°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Bucharest in March?
Average highs are about 13°C (55°F) and average lows about 1°C (35°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bucharest in March?
Bucharest typically gets around 44 mm of rain in March — 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.