Verdict: Excellent month
Bucharest Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Bucharest — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Bucharest.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
12°C / 54°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
55 mm
What to pack for Bucharest in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Bucharest: Jul (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (6°C / 43°F) · Wettest: Jun (~12 rain days)
6°
-2°
Jan
10°
0°
Feb
12°
2°
Mar
17°
6°
Apr
22°
12°
May
27°
17°
Jun
31°
20°
Jul
31°
20°
Aug
25°
15°
Sep
19°
9°
Oct
12°
4°
Nov
7°
1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)