Craiova, Romania - Weather and Climate
The climate in Craiova, Dolj, Romania, is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
The city receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Craiova, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August to a chilly 4°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -3°C in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Craiova receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 656 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 81 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 40 mm of rainfall.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
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
Forecast for Craiova
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The best time of year to visit Craiova in Romania
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 40 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 303 hours of sunshine.
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