Harghita Weather in December

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

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Odorheiu Secuiesc Băile Tuşnad Corund Gheorgheni

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

What to Expect in Harghita in December

Harghita, Romania is a region in Romania. December in Harghita generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Topliţa at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Saschiz at 3°C (37°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Saschiz and -8°C (18°F) in Topliţa. In many areas in Romania, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To explore the conditions in Harghita, Romania in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Băile Tuşnad with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Topliţa with 59 mm (2.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Harghita in December

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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 Harghita

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

Temperature range in Harghita (December)

Precipitation variation in Harghita (December)

Odorheiu Secuiesc

In December Odorheiu Secuiesc generally has 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
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Odorheiu Secuiesc →

Băile Tuşnad

In December Băile Tuşnad generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Băile Tuşnad →

Corund

In December Corund generally has 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
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Corund →

Gheorgheni

In December Gheorgheni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gheorgheni →

Sub Cetate

In December Sub Cetate 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
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sub Cetate →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Odorheiu Secuiesc 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Băile Tuşnad 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Corund 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Gheorgheni 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Sub Cetate 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Borsec 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Harghita weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Harghita, Romania typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Odorheiu Secuiesc average around 2°C (36°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

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

Odorheiu Secuiesc averages a daytime maximum of 2°C (36°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -5°C (23°F).

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

December is on the drier side in Harghita, Romania. Odorheiu Secuiesc averages only about 48 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Harghita, Romania?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Harghita, Romania with often poor weather in Odorheiu Secuiesc.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Odorheiu Secuiesc. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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