Bucharest vs Sofia

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sofia edges ahead as the better destination in September. Sofia offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Bucharest sees 9 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Bucharest sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Sofia is also comfortable at 22°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sofia is the stronger choice in September. Sofia receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Bucharest reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Sofia averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 September.

Bucharest receives approximately 61 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during September. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Sofia sees 36 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Sofia the drier option by 1 rain day and 25 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.