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Transylvania Weather in February

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

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Thinking about venturing to Transylvania, 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 Transylvania in February

Transylvania, Romania is a region in Romania. February in Transylvania generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Braşov to 6°C (43°F) in Oradea. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Oradea and -6°C (21°F) in Braşov. In numerous regions in Romania, February 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 Transylvania, Romania in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Sighişoara with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Bistrita with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Explore Transylvania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Transylvania — and find the best time to visit. (based on Braşov)

January1°C (34°F) February3°C (37°F) March8°C (46°F) April14°C (57°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December2°C (36°F)
Best Time to Visit Transylvania →

Best Places to Visit in Transylvania in February

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

Temperature range in Transylvania (February)

Precipitation variation in Transylvania (February)

Braşov

In February Braşov 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 »
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
46 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Braşov →

Sibiu

In February Sibiu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
69 hours
88 hours
138 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sibiu →

Cluj-Napoca

In February Cluj-Napoca generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cluj-Napoca →

Sighişoara

In February Sighişoara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
69 hours
88 hours
138 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Oradea

In February Oradea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
55 hours
82 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Transylvania, in Romania.

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 Transylvania in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braşov 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Sibiu 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Cluj-Napoca 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Sighişoara 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Oradea 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Alba Iulia 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Transylvania weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Transylvania, Romania brings poor weather. In Braşov, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -6°C (21°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Braşov peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in February, dropping to about -6°C (21°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Transylvania, Romania during February, with Braşov averaging close to 48 mm (1.9 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Transylvania, Romania?

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

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

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