Craiova Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Craiova, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 19°C (66°F) in August to -3°C (27°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Craiova receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 656 mm (26 in). The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 81 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall. For more details, please visit our Craiova Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Craiova, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.1 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Craiova.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 82%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year