Weather Comparison
Belgrade vs Bucharest
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
October Weather: Belgrade vs Bucharest
| Metric | Belgrade | Bucharest | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Belgrade |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Belgrade |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days | 7 days▲ | Bucharest |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 49 mm▲ | 52 mm | Belgrade |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 7h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Bucharest |
Which City is Better in October?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bucharest edges ahead as the better destination in October. Bucharest offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Belgrade sees 7 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.
Belgrade sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Bucharest is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bucharest is the stronger choice in October.
Temperature Comparison in October
Belgrade reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Bucharest averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 October.
Rainfall Comparison in October
Belgrade receives approximately 49 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Bucharest sees 52 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Bucharest the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Belgrade vs Bucharest
Packing for Belgrade in October
Highs of 18°C, lows of 9°C, 8 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Bucharest in October
Highs of 17°C, lows of 8°C, 7 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during October.
Year-Round Comparison: Belgrade vs Bucharest
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.October is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Belgrade | Bucharest | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 4°C | 9d | 3°C | 7d |
| Feb | 7°C | 9d | 6°C | 6d |
| Mar | 12°C | 10d | 11°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 11d | 17°C | 9d |
| May | 22°C | 12d | 23°C | 11d |
| Jun | 26°C | 11d | 26°C | 12d |
| Jul | 28°C | 10d | 29°C | 10d |
| Aug | 28°C | 8d | 29°C | 7d |
| Sep | 23°C | 8d | 23°C | 7d |
| Oct | 18°C | 8d | 17°C | 7d |
| Nov | 11°C | 8d | 10°C | 7d |
| Dec | 5°C | 10d | 4°C | 7d |
Belgrade Weather in October
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