Gura Rîului Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Gura Rîului.
Climate overview of Gura Rîului
The climate in Gura Rîului, Sibiu County, 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.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1243 mm (49 in) per year. June is the wettest month and January the driest. July is the sunniest month, averaging 8.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Gura Rîului Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gura Rîului — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Gura Rîului
In Gura Rîului, 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 Gura Rîului
Gura Rîului experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1243 mm (49 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 180 mm (7.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 50 mm (2 in) over 13 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Gura Rîului Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Gura Rîului
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gura Rîului. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Gura Rîului by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gura Rîului.
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 Gura Rîului
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in March, April and May. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Gura Rîului
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Gura Rîului
What is the best time to visit Gura Rîului?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Gura Rîului. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Gura Rîului?
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 Gura Rîului get?
Annual rainfall is around 1243 mm (49 in). June is the wettest month with 180 mm (7.1 in), while January is the driest with 50 mm (2 in).
How sunny is Gura Rîului?
Gura Rîului receives around 1,844 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 246 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 60 hours.
Gura Rîului 3-Day Forecast
Gura Rîului 3-Day Forecast
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