Cluj Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cluj, Romania in December.

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Cluj-Napoca Turda Beliş Floreşti

Planning a getaway to Cluj, Romania this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Cluj in December

Cluj, Romania is a region in Romania. December in Cluj generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Cluj-Napoca. In many regions in Romania, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cluj, Romania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Cîmpia Turzii with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Răchiţele with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Cluj-Napoca receives roughly 54 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Cluj in December

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

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 Cluj

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Cluj, Romania?

Temperature range in Cluj (December)

Precipitation variation in Cluj (December)

Cluj-Napoca

In December Cluj-Napoca 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cluj-Napoca →

Turda

In December Turda 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Turda →

Beliş

In December Beliş generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Beliş →

Floreşti

In December Floreşti 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Floreşti →

Mărişel

In December Mărişel generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mărişel →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cluj, in Romania.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cluj in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cluj-Napoca 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Turda 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Beliş 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Floreşti 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mărişel 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Cîmpia Turzii 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Cluj weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cluj, Romania in December?

Cluj, Romania typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Cluj-Napoca average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cluj, Romania in December?

Daytime temperatures in Cluj-Napoca peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in December, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Cluj, Romania get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Cluj, Romania. Cluj-Napoca averages only about 49 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Cluj, Romania?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Cluj, Romania due to the typically poor weather in Cluj-Napoca.

On average, the best time to visit Cluj, Romania is in May, August and September with generally perfect weather in Cluj-Napoca. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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