Vâlcea Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vâlcea, Romania in January.

Are you planning a trip a to Vâlcea, Romania in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Vâlcea in January

Vâlcea, Romania is a region in Romania. January 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 1°C (34°F) to cold in Râmnicu Vâlcea at 3°C (37°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Râmnicu Vâlcea and -7°C (19°F) in Voineasa. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Vâlcea, Romania. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Râmnicu Vâlcea with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Horezu with 56 mm (2.2 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Horezu, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Horezu sees roughly 69 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Vâlcea by month

Best Places to Visit in Vâlcea in January

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

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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 Vâlcea

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Vâlcea, Romania?

Temperature range in Vâlcea (January)

Precipitation variation in Vâlcea (January)

Horezu

In January Horezu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Băile Olăneşti

In January Băile Olăneşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Râmnicu Vâlcea

In January Râmnicu Vâlcea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Călimăneşti

In January Călimăneşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Voineasa

In January Voineasa generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
88 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Vâlcea in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Horezu 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Băile Olăneşti 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Râmnicu Vâlcea 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Călimăneşti 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Voineasa 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Băile Govora 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Vâlcea weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vâlcea, Romania in January?

Vâlcea, Romania typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Horezu average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Vâlcea, Romania in January?

Average temperatures in Vâlcea, Romania during January range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Horezu.

Does Vâlcea, Romania get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Horezu averages just 56 mm (2.2 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Vâlcea, Romania.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Vâlcea, Romania?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Vâlcea, Romania with often poor weather in Horezu.

On average, the best time to visit Vâlcea, Romania 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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