Gilău Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Gilău.
Climate overview of Gilău
The climate in Gilău, Cluj, Romania, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 25°C (77°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in January.
Gilău sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 953 mm (38 in) per year. It experiences warm summers and very cold winters, creating some seasonal variation. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Gilău Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gilău - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Gilău
In Gilău, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in August to around -6°C (21°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gilău
On average, Gilău receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 953 mm (38 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives high rainfall, averaging 133 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 43 mm (1.7 in) over 13 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Gilău 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 Gilău
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gilău. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Gilău by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gilău.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 88%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Gilău
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, August, September, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in March, April, May, June and July. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Gilău
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: August, September and October
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -6°C (21°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Gilău
What is the best time to visit Gilău?
September typically offers the most optimal weather in Gilău. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Gilău has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Gilău?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Gilău get?
Annual rainfall is around 953 mm (38 in). June is the wettest month with 133 mm (5.2 in), while January is the driest with 43 mm (1.7 in).
How sunny is Gilău?
Gilău receives around 2,047 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 278 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 54 hours. Overall, Gilău enjoys abundant sunshine.
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