Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Bucharest | Chisinau | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 29°C (84°F)▲ | 28°C (82°F) | Bucharest |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Bucharest |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 7 days | 7 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 49 mm | 49 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 12h/day | 12h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9▲ | 10 | Bucharest |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 13 km/h▲ | 14 km/h | Bucharest |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Chisinau edges ahead as the better destination in August. Chisinau offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Bucharest sees 12 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.
Bucharest can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Chisinau is also comfortable at 28°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.
Bucharest reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Chisinau averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Bucharest receives approximately 49 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Chisinau sees 49 mm over 7 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 29°C, lows of 18°C, 7 rain days
Highs of 28°C, lows of 17°C, 7 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Bucharest | Chisinau | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 7d | 2°C | 7d |
| Feb | 6°C | 6d | 4°C | 6d |
| Mar | 11°C | 8d | 9°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 9d | 16°C | 9d |
| May | 23°C | 11d | 22°C | 11d |
| Jun | 26°C | 12d | 26°C | 10d |
| Jul | 29°C | 10d | 28°C | 9d |
| Aug | 29°C | 7d | 28°C | 7d |
| Sep | 23°C | 7d | 22°C | 7d |
| Oct | 17°C | 7d | 15°C | 6d |
| Nov | 10°C | 7d | 8°C | 6d |
| Dec | 4°C | 7d | 3°C | 7d |
Bucharest Weather in August
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