Temperature in Romania in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Romania this January.

Romania, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from -2°C (28°F) in Statjunea Borsa to 7°C (45°F) in Vama Veche. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Vama Veche and -9°C (16°F) in Statjunea Borsa. January is a winter month. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Romania in January?

Curious about the January temperatures in the prime spots of Romania? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Romania in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Romania.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Romania temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Romania in January?

Daytime temperatures in Bucharest typically peak at 4°C (39°F) in January, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in Romania in January?

Average overnight lows in Romania during January sit near -4°C (25°F) in Bucharest.

What is the warmest city in January in Romania?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Vama Veche clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 7°C (45°F), and evenings that remain near 1°C (34°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Romania?

The coldest city in January in Romania is Statjunea Borsa when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around -2°C (28°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -9°C (16°F).

How much sun does Romania get in January?

Bucharest usually sees around 71 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 8°C (46°F) in Constanţa this month, so not the best month to swim.

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