Lake Cișmigiu

Lake Urban park lake in central Bucharest, recreational spot

A small ornamental lake in Bucharest’s Cișmigiu Gardens, ringed by walking paths and boats for hire. Locals come to row, stroll and sit in cafés beside century-old plane trees.

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Lake Cișmigiu is a small ornamental lake located inside Cișmigiu Gardens in central Bucharest, Romania at about 44.43609°N, 26.09150°E. It is a compact urban lake set within a public park in the city center.

The lake and surrounding gardens provide formal paths, trees, and seating in the heart of Bucharest and are used for strolling, relaxation, and city-center recreation. The site is frequented by residents and visitors to the downtown area.

Cișmigiu Lake is part of the landscaped public gardens created as an urban park feature; the park has been managed as a municipal space for public use. The lake exists as the central water feature within the established gardens.

Geographically the lake sits in central Bucharest inside Cișmigiu Gardens, within walking distance of major central landmarks and public transport in Romania’s capital.

  • Central location: Located within Cișmigiu Gardens in central Bucharest, offering easy pedestrian access from surrounding city streets.
Lake Cișmigiu
Aleea Alexandru/Calea Victoriei vicinity, Central Bucharest, Romania (near Cișmigiu area)
44.4361, 26.0915
Open daily, 24 hours (public park)

How to Get to Lake Cișmigiu #

Lacul Cișmigiu is in central Bucharest within Cișmigiu Gardens, accessible on foot from University Square and the Romanian Athenaeum (approx. 5-10 minutes). Metro: Universitate station (M2) is the closest rapid transit stop.

Tips for Visiting Lake Cișmigiu #

  • Visit early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid city crowds and to see resident birdlife around the lake.
  • Combine the stop with a walk through nearby Cișmigiu Gardens and central Bucharest landmarks.
  • Watch pocket pickpockets in busy areas-keep valuables secure while near the lake.

Best Time to Visit Lake Cișmigiu #

Spring and autumn are ideal for weather and light; summer can be hot and crowded in central Bucharest parks.

Spring
April-June · 10-25°C
Blooming trees and comfortable temperatures-pleasant for walks and people-watching.
Autumn
September-November · 7-20°C
Pleasant light and fewer tourists; good for photography and strolls.

Weather & Climate near Lake Cișmigiu #

Climate

Lake Cișmigiu's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (596 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 24°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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