Gorj Weather in August

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

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Târgu Jiu Ranca Baia de Fier Novaci-Străini

Planning a getaway to Gorj, Romania this August 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 Gorj in August

Gorj, Romania is a region in Romania. August in Gorj generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Ranca to 28°C (82°F) in Târgu Jiu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Târgu Jiu and 12°C (54°F) in Ranca. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Gorj, Romania. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Gorj, Romania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Târgu Jiu with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Ranca with 130 mm (5.1 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Târgu Jiu typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Gorj in August

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Gorj, Romania?

Temperature range in Gorj (August)

Precipitation variation in Gorj (August)

Târgu Jiu

In August Târgu Jiu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Târgu Jiu →

Ranca

In August Ranca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
233 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ranca →

Baia de Fier

In August Baia de Fier generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Baia de Fier →

Novaci-Străini

In August Novaci-Străini generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Novaci-Străini →

Polovragi

In August Polovragi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
233 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Polovragi →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Târgu Jiu 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Ranca 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Baia de Fier 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Novaci-Străini 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Polovragi 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Tismana 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Gorj weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Gorj, Romania typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Târgu Jiu average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Gorj, Romania during August range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Târgu Jiu.

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

Not particularly. Târgu Jiu averages just 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Gorj, Romania.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Gorj, Romania?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Gorj, Romania with overall perfect weather in Târgu Jiu. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Gorj, Romania is in May, June, July, August and September with generally 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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