Gorj Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gorj, Romania in April.

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Târgu Jiu Ranca Baia de Fier Novaci-Străini

Planning a trip to Gorj, Romania this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Gorj in April

Gorj, Romania is a region in Romania. April in Gorj generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Ranca to 17°C (63°F) in Târgu Jiu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Târgu Jiu and 2°C (36°F) in Ranca.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Târgu Jiu with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Ranca with 117 mm (4.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gorj in April

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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 Gorj

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Gorj, Romania?

Temperature range in Gorj (April)

Precipitation variation in Gorj (April)

Târgu Jiu

In April Târgu Jiu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Târgu Jiu →

Ranca

In April Ranca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
159 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ranca →

Baia de Fier

In April Baia de Fier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Baia de Fier →

Novaci-Străini

In April Novaci-Străini generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Novaci-Străini →

Polovragi

In April Polovragi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
159 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Polovragi →

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

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gorj in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Târgu Jiu 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Ranca 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Baia de Fier 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Novaci-Străini 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Polovragi 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Tismana 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Gorj weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gorj, Romania in April?

Expect tolerable weather across Gorj, Romania in April. The popular destination of Târgu Jiu averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Gorj, Romania in April?

In Târgu Jiu, the average daytime high in April is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Gorj, Romania get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gorj, Romania during April, with Târgu Jiu averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Gorj, Romania?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Gorj, Romania with overall tolerable weather in Târgu Jiu. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Târgu Jiu. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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