Weather in January in Transylvania
Considering a trip to Transylvania this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Transylvania in January?
Transylvania is a region in Romania. January in Transylvania generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Braşov at 1°C to cold in Oradea at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Oradea and -7°C in Braşov. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Cluj-Napoca with an average of 40 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Bistrita with 57 mm. In Braşov, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.For a closer look at January's conditions in Transylvania, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Transylvania's yearly weather, check out our Transylvania climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Transylvania?
Braşov
In January Braşov generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sibiu
In January Sibiu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cluj-Napoca
In January Cluj-Napoca generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sighişoara
In January Sighişoara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Oradea
In January Oradea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Transylvania, in Romania.
Is January the best time to visit Transylvania?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Transylvania due to the typically poor weather in Braşov.
On average, the best time to visit Transylvania is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Braşov. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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