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Sibiu Climate by Month

Sibiu is a city in the south of Transylvania, at the foot of the Transylvanian Alps, at an elevation of around 400 meters (1,312 ft). Because the city lies to the west of the Carpathians, the influence of the Black Sea is minimal. This gives the city a continental climate with fairly cool winters and warm summers. On average, August is the warmest month, with temperatures around 26°C, while January is the coolest, averaging 2°C.

Precipitation is relatively well-distributed throughout the year. June is the wettest month, with 149 mm of rainfall, while January is the driest, with only 47 mm. The city receives an annual average of 1062 mm of precipitation.

Sibiu is one of the most beautiful cities in Romania: with its many old houses and buildings, mostly built after the 15th century. One of the main attractions is the Neo-Byzantine Orthodox Church, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Sibiu. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 2°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -6°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Sibiu has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1062 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Sibiu can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 149 mm of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 47 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 12 snowy/rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Sibiu can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Sibiu in Romania

During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Sibiu?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sibiu?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sibiu?
    June tops the wettest month list with 149 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sibiu?
    January is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sibiu?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 246 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sibiu

    Sat   Dec 14
    1°C | -4°C
    SE 7 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    3°C | 0°C
    NW 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    6°C | -1°C
    NW 22 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain