Weather in January in Romania
Planning a getaway to Romania this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Romania in January?
January in Romania generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Statjunea Borsa at -2°C to cold in Vama Veche at 7°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C in Vama Veche and -9°C in Statjunea Borsa. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Cîmpia Turzii with an average of 32 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Sighetu Marmaţiei with 86 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 71 hours of sunlight in Bucharest. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a closer look at January's conditions in Romania, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Romania's yearly weather, check out our Romania climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Romania?
Bucharest
In January Bucharest generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Mamaia
In January Mamaia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Braşov
In January Braşov generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sibiu
In January Sibiu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cluj-Napoca
In January Cluj-Napoca generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Romania.
Is January the best time to visit Romania?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bucharest, January may not be the ideal time to visit Romania.
Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Bucharest. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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