Sibiu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Sibiu, in Sibiu County, Romania, sees a wide range of weather throughout the year. Summers tend to be warm, while winters are cold with regular snowfall and periods of rain. Sibiu is one of the most beautiful cities in Romania: with its many old houses and buildings, including medieval structures from the 12th-15th centuries. One of the main attractions is the Neo-Byzantine Orthodox Church (Holy Trinity Cathedral), a significant architectural landmark built in the early 20th century. Now, let's explore all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Monthly Temperature in Sibiu
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Sibiu. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 2°C (36°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in August to -6°C (21°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sibiu
Sibiu has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1062 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Sibiu can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 149 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 47 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation spread across 12 snowy/rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Sibiu Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Sibiu
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Sibiu by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sibiu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 87%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Sibiu
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 2 m/s (4 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during March, April and May. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Sibiu 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Sibiu
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Sibiu enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (78°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 94 mm (3.7 in) in September to 149 mm (5.9 in) in June. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
