Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Skopje | Bucharest | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 7°C (45°F)▲ | 4°C (39°F) | Skopje |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 0°C (32°F)▲ | -3°C (27°F) | Skopje |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days | 7 days▲ | Bucharest |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 59 mm | 46 mm▲ | Bucharest |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day▲ | 5h/day | Skopje |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 9 km/h▲ | 15 km/h | Skopje |
Skopje and Bucharest are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Skopje is on the cooler side at 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Bucharest is cooler at 4°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bucharest is the stronger choice in December. Skopje receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Skopje reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Bucharest averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Skopje receives approximately 59 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Bucharest sees 46 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Bucharest the drier option by 2 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 7°C, lows of 0°C, 9 rain days
Highs of 4°C, lows of -3°C, 7 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Skopje | Bucharest | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 6°C | 8d | 3°C | 7d |
| Feb | 9°C | 8d | 6°C | 6d |
| Mar | 13°C | 9d | 11°C | 8d |
| Apr | 18°C | 10d | 17°C | 9d |
| May | 23°C | 10d | 23°C | 11d |
| Jun | 28°C | 8d | 26°C | 12d |
| Jul | 31°C | 5d | 29°C | 10d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 29°C | 7d |
| Sep | 26°C | 6d | 23°C | 7d |
| Oct | 19°C | 7d | 17°C | 7d |
| Nov | 13°C | 8d | 10°C | 7d |
| Dec | 7°C | 9d | 4°C | 7d |
Skopje Weather in December
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