Romania Weather Forecast
Romania weather: 77°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Romania weather in January
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Climate in Romania month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 28° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 29° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 38° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 53° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 86° | 65° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 89° | 68° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 89° | 68° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 60° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 39° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 34° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Romania
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Romania compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Romania.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 183 mi | 54°F | 34°F cooler | 23 in |
| Istanbul Airport | 256 mi | 59°F | +35°F warmer | 32 in |
| Istanbul | 278 mi | 61°F | +37°F warmer | 30 in |
| Hagia Sophia | 278 mi | 61°F | +37°F warmer | 30 in |
| Blue Mosque | 278 mi | 61°F | +37°F warmer | 30 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Romania?
Romania is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 44.4268, 26.1025. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Romania right now?
It is currently 77°F (25°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 52% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Romania?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Romania, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Romania in?
Romania observes Europe/Bucharest (UTC+03:00). The local time is 11:32 AM.
How many people live in Romania?
Romania has a population of approximately 19 million.
What is the nearest airport to Romania?
The closest airports are Istanbul Airport (IST), 256 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:32 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
