Sofia vs Bucharest

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sofia edges ahead as the better destination in July. Sofia offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Bucharest sees 13 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Sofia sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Bucharest runs hot at 29°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sofia is the stronger choice in July.

Sofia reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Bucharest averages 29°C (84°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°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 July.

Sofia receives approximately 53 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Bucharest sees 79 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Sofia the drier option by 1 rain day and 26 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.