Gorj Weather in October

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

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Târgu Jiu Ranca Baia de Fier Novaci-Străini

Are you planning a trip a to Gorj, Romania in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gorj in October

Gorj, Romania is a region in Romania. October in Gorj generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Ranca to 17°C (63°F) in Târgu Jiu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Târgu Jiu and 4°C (39°F) in Ranca.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Târgu Jiu with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Tismana with 83 mm (3.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Gorj in October

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

Temperature range in Gorj (October)

Precipitation variation in Gorj (October)

Târgu Jiu

In October 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Târgu Jiu →

Ranca

In October Ranca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
151 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ranca →

Baia de Fier

In October 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 moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Baia de Fier →

Novaci-Străini

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Novaci-Străini →

Polovragi

In October Polovragi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
151 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Polovragi →

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Târgu Jiu 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Ranca 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Baia de Fier 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Novaci-Străini 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Polovragi 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Tismana 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Gorj weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Gorj, Romania in October. 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 October?

Average temperatures in Gorj, Romania during October range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Târgu Jiu.

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

October is on the drier side in Gorj, Romania. Târgu Jiu averages only about 73 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Gorj, Romania?

In our opinion, October 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, May, June, July, August and September provide 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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