2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bucharest in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Bucharest. Bucharest has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of -3°C, and approximately 1 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

-3°C

Rainy days

1days

Daylight

9.2h

Is January a good time to visit Bucharest?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:49 AM

Sunset

5:02 PM

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Forecast for your trip dates

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Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C -3°C 1 Good
February 10°C 0°C 9 Good
March 14°C 3°C 8 Good
April 19°C 6°C 3 Excellent (best)
May 22°C 12°C 12 Excellent (best)
June 26°C 16°C 18 Excellent (best)
July 30°C 19°C 7 Good
August 31°C 20°C 1 Good
September 27°C 16°C 3 Excellent (best)
October 20°C 11°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 10°C 3°C 2 Good
December 7°C 2°C 8 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Bucharest? +

January is typically Good for visiting Bucharest, with average highs of 6°C and around 1 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bucharest in January? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Bucharest in January? +

Bucharest typically sees around 1 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Bucharest in January? +

In January, Bucharest gets approximately 9.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Bucharest? +

No, January is not peak season in Bucharest. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Bucharest? +

The best months to visit Bucharest are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Bucharest)

Last Updated: January 2026

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