Harghita Weather in February

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

Thinking about venturing to Harghita, Romania this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Harghita in February

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Topliţa at 0°C (32°F) and cold in Saschiz at 5°C (41°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Saschiz and -8°C (18°F) in Topliţa. February is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Lunca de Jos with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Topliţa with 56 mm (2.2 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Harghita in February

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

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Harghita, Romania?

Temperature range in Harghita (February)

Precipitation variation in Harghita (February)

Odorheiu Secuiesc

In February Odorheiu Secuiesc generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Băile Tuşnad

In February Băile Tuşnad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Corund

In February Corund generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Gheorgheni

In February Gheorgheni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sub Cetate

In February Sub Cetate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Romania February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Romania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Romania dropped to -30°C (-22°F) in Moieciu de Jos on February 20, 1985.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Romania was -25°C (-13°F) in Bran on February 19, 1985.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Odorheiu Secuiesc 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Băile Tuşnad 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Corund 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Gheorgheni 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Sub Cetate 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Borsec 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Harghita weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, Harghita, Romania generally has poor weather conditions. Odorheiu Secuiesc sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -6°C (21°F).

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

In Odorheiu Secuiesc, the average daytime high in February is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

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

February is on the drier side in Harghita, Romania. Odorheiu Secuiesc averages only about 45 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Harghita, Romania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Odorheiu Secuiesc, February may not be the ideal time to visit Harghita, Romania.

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

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