Alba Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alba, Romania in January.

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Alba Iulia Sebeş Arieşeni Tău Bistra

Thinking about venturing to Alba, Romania this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Alba in January

Alba, Romania is a region in Romania. January in Alba generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Albac at 0°C (32°F) and cold in Mamaia at 6°C (43°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Mamaia and -7°C (19°F) in Albac. 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.

For specific regional insights in Alba, Romania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Blaj with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Arieşeni with 74 mm (2.9 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Alba Iulia usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during January. Alba Iulia receives roughly 69 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Alba in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Alba

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Alba, Romania?

Temperature range in Alba (January)

Precipitation variation in Alba (January)

Alba Iulia

In January Alba Iulia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alba Iulia →

Sebeş

In January Sebeş generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sebeş →

Arieşeni

In January Arieşeni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
68 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arieşeni →

Tău Bistra

In January Tău Bistra generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tău Bistra →

Gîrda de Sus

In January Gîrda de Sus generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
68 hours
98 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gîrda de Sus →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alba in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alba Iulia 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Sebeş 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Arieşeni 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Tău Bistra 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Gîrda de Sus 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Albac 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Alba weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alba, Romania in January?

January in Alba, Romania brings poor weather. In Alba Iulia, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in Alba, Romania in January?

Daytime temperatures in Alba Iulia peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in January, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Alba, Romania get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Alba Iulia averages just 41 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Alba, Romania.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Alba, Romania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Alba Iulia, January may not be the ideal time to visit Alba, Romania.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Alba Iulia. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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