Bucharest vs Sofia

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.

Bucharest can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Sofia is also comfortable at 26°C.

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

Bucharest reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Sofia averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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.

Bucharest receives approximately 79 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Sofia sees 53 mm over 9 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%.