Weather in December in Vâlcea
Considering a trip to Vâlcea this December 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 Vâlcea in December?
Vâlcea is a region in Romania. December in Vâlcea generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Voineasa at 2°C to cold in Râmnicu Vâlcea at 5°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Râmnicu Vâlcea and -6°C in Voineasa. 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.To explore the conditions in Vâlcea in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Cîinenii Mici with an average of 59 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Horezu with 74 mm.Average sunshine
Horezu experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 60 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Vâlcea climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Vâlcea?
Horezu
In December Horezu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Băile Olăneşti
In December Băile Olăneşti 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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Râmnicu Vâlcea
In December Râmnicu Vâlcea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°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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Călimăneşti
In December Călimăneşti 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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Voineasa
In December Voineasa 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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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Vâlcea, in Romania.
Is December the best time to visit Vâlcea?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Vâlcea with often poor weather in Horezu.
On average, the best time to visit Vâlcea is in September with generally perfect weather in Horezu. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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