Bucharest in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Bucharest (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 29.2°C and lows of 18.3°C, with around 166.9mm of rain across the season (25 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Bucharest covers June, July, August.
Summer in Bucharest month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 26.3°C | 16.3°C | 77.7mm | 14 | 10/10 |
| July | 30.5°C | 19.1°C | 54.3mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| August | 30.7°C | 19.6°C | 34.9mm | 4 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Bucharest in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Bucharest?
Summer in Bucharest rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 29.2°C with 166.9mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Bucharest in summer?
Daytime highs average 29.2°C (84.6°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 18.3°C.
What months are summer in Bucharest?
Bucharest is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Bucharest · Bucharest annual climate · Bucharest in spring · Bucharest in autumn · Bucharest in winter
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Summer in Bucharest — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.