Bucharest · SpringMonth summary
Bucharest weather in April
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
45°F – 64°F
🌧 Rainy days
31% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bucharest in April?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Bucharest in April: 64°F and 12.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Bucharest in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Bucharest. Temperatures rise (18°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (8.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | 27°F | 39°F | 24% | 0.1in | 6.7h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 30°F | 46°F | 22% | 0.0in | 7.6h | 4.9/10 |
| ⛅ March | 36°F | 55°F | 29% | 0.1in | 9.3h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 45°F | 64°F | 31% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 54°F | 72°F | 38% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 63°F | 82°F | 36% | 0.1in | 14.1h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 66°F | 86°F | 26% | 0.1in | 14.2h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 66°F | 88°F | 17% | 0.0in | 13.0h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 59°F | 79°F | 14% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 46°F | 66°F | 22% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 39°F | 52°F | 31% | 0.1in | 5.8h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 32°F | 43°F | 25% | 0.1in | 5.0h | 4.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Bucharest averages 64°F, 31% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.3/10.
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Comparison
April vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +8°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -17%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bucharest in April
Is April a good time to visit Bucharest?
April is an acceptable time for Bucharest (score 7.3/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (8.8/10) if possible.
What to do in Bucharest in April?
With 64°F max and 12.0h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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