Maramureş Weather in December

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

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Baia Mare Vişeu de Sus Sighetu Marmaţiei Ocna Şugatag

Considering a trip to Maramureş, Romania this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Maramureş in December

Maramureş, Romania is a region in Romania. December in Maramureş generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Statjunea Borsa at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Baia Mare at 3°C (37°F). At night it cools down to -3°C (27°F) in Baia Mare and -7°C (19°F) in Statjunea Borsa. In numerous regions in Romania, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Statjunea Borsa with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high snowfall in Săpînţa with 101 mm (4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Maramureş 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 Maramureş

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

Temperature range in Maramureş (December)

Precipitation variation in Maramureş (December)

Baia Mare

In December Baia Mare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baia Mare →

Vişeu de Sus

In December Vişeu de Sus 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)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
49 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vişeu de Sus →

Sighetu Marmaţiei

In December Sighetu Marmaţiei 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)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sighetu Marmaţiei →

Ocna Şugatag

In December Ocna Şugatag 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
84 mm (3.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ocna Şugatag →

Vadu Izei

In December Vadu Izei 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)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vadu Izei →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Baia Mare 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Vişeu de Sus 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Sighetu Marmaţiei 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Ocna Şugatag 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Vadu Izei 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Cavnic 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Maramureş weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Maramureş, Romania brings poor weather. In Baia Mare, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Baia Mare peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in December, dropping to about -3°C (27°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Baia Mare averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Maramureş, Romania.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Maramureş, Romania?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Maramureş, Romania with often poor weather in Baia Mare.

Generally speaking, August and September provide perfect weather in Baia Mare. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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