Piatra Fantanele Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Piatra Fantanele’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Romania.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Piatra Fantanele experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August to a very cold -1°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -9°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Piatra Fantanele by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, experiences 258 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 60 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. It records 66 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Romania Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Romania. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Piatra Fantanele Temperatures Compared World Wide
Piatra Fantanele’s average annual maximum temperature is 11°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
On the other hand, in cooler months, especially when temperatures dip below 10°C, high humidity can intensify the cold. This makes the air feel much colder than it really is.
In Piatra Fantanele, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 84% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of -1°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Piatra Fantanele’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Piatra Fantanele climate page.
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