Vâlcea Weather in March

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

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Horezu Băile Olăneşti Râmnicu Vâlcea Călimăneşti

Planning a journey to Vâlcea, Romania this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vâlcea in March

Vâlcea, Romania is a region in Romania. March in Vâlcea generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Voineasa to 11°C (52°F) in Râmnicu Vâlcea. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Râmnicu Vâlcea and -3°C (27°F) in Voineasa.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Vâlcea, Romania, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Râmnicu Vâlcea with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Voineasa with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Horezu typically sees 138 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Vâlcea in March

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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 Vâlcea

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

Temperature range in Vâlcea (March)

Precipitation variation in Vâlcea (March)

Horezu

In March Horezu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
138 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Horezu →

Băile Olăneşti

In March Băile Olăneşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
138 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Băile Olăneşti →

Râmnicu Vâlcea

In March Râmnicu Vâlcea generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Râmnicu Vâlcea →

Călimăneşti

In March Călimăneşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
138 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Călimăneşti →

Voineasa

In March Voineasa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
138 hours
159 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Voineasa →

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In our records: Romania March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Romania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Romania brought 314 mm (12 in) in Oradea on March 26, 1994.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Horezu 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Băile Olăneşti 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Râmnicu Vâlcea 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Călimăneşti 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Voineasa 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Băile Govora 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Vâlcea weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Vâlcea, Romania brings poor weather. In Horezu, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Horezu peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in March, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Vâlcea, Romania during March, with Horezu averaging close to 76 mm (3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Vâlcea, Romania?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Vâlcea, Romania due to the typically 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 months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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