Bucharest, Romania
Capital city · Population 1.9M
Bucharest is the capital and the largest city in Romania with a population of approximately 1,877,155 people as of 2026. This makes it the 219th largest city in the world, accounting for 9.86% of Romania's total population of 19.0M. Bucharest is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Bucharest timezone. The average annual temperature is 14.1°C with 562 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 85 meters above sea level.
Population
1,877,155
Global Rank
#219
Country Rank
#1
% of Romania
9.86%
Avg Temperature
14.1°C
Annual Rainfall
562 mm
Elevation
85 m
Timezone
Europe/Bucharest
Bucharest on the Map
Climate in Bucharest
Bucharest's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Apr with 85 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Romania at a Glance
Country Population
19,036,031
Capital
Bucharest
Region
Southeast Europe
Major Cities
26
GDP per Capita
$20,080
Life Expectancy
76.6 years
Urban Population
52.2%
Growth Rate
-0.01%
Other Major Cities in Romania
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Bucharest with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sector 2 | 290,507 | 3 km |
| Sector 3 | 385,439 | 5 km |
| Sector 5 | 271,575 | 6 km |
| Sector 4 | 287,828 | 6 km |
| Sector 6 | 367,760 | 7 km |
| Sector 1 | 225,453 | 8 km |
| Ploieşti | 180,540 | 58 km |
| Ruse | 121,168 | 66 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bucharest?
The population of Bucharest, Romania is approximately 1,877,155 people, making it the 219th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Romania.
Is Bucharest the capital of Romania?
Yes, Bucharest is the capital of Romania.
What is the climate like in Bucharest?
Bucharest has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C and receives 562 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Bucharest in?
Bucharest is in the Europe/Bucharest timezone.