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Transylvania Weather in December

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

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Braşov Sibiu Cluj-Napoca Sighişoara

Planning a trip to Transylvania, Romania this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Transylvania in December

Transylvania, Romania is a region in Romania. December in Transylvania generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C (36°F) in Braşov to 5°C (41°F) in Oradea. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Oradea and -5°C (23°F) in Braşov. In many regions in Romania, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Sighişoara with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Bistrita with 68 mm (2.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Transylvania in December

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

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 Transylvania

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

Temperature range in Transylvania (December)

Precipitation variation in Transylvania (December)

Braşov

In December Braşov 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
50 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Braşov →

Sibiu

In December Sibiu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°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
1°C (34°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
60 hours
69 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sibiu →

Cluj-Napoca

In December Cluj-Napoca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°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
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cluj-Napoca →

Sighişoara

In December Sighişoara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
60 hours
69 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sighişoara →

Oradea

In December Oradea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
70 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Oradea →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braşov 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Sibiu 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Cluj-Napoca 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Sighişoara 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Oradea 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Alba Iulia 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Transylvania weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Transylvania, Romania in December. The popular destination of Braşov averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Transylvania, Romania during December range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 2°C (36°F) in Braşov.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Transylvania, Romania during December, with Braşov averaging close to 51 mm (2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Transylvania, Romania?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Braşov, December may not be the ideal time to visit Transylvania, Romania.

Generally speaking, August and September provide perfect weather in Braşov. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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