Climate Insights for Cluj-Napoca
Centru, Cluj, Romania
Climate Overview
The climate in Cluj-Napoca is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 818 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cluj-Napoca receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cluj-Napoca is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Cluj-Napoca is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 32.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Cluj-Napoca receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cluj-Napoca is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 23°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 35in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cluj-Napoca vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Cluj-Napoca vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Cluj-Napoca is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 818 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 107 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 41 mm. That's 67 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 22cm.Cluj-Napoca is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.6 in. That's 2.6 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 35in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Cluj-Napoca is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Cluj-Napoca is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Cluj-Napoca is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Cluj-Napoca is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cluj-Napoca based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cluj-Napoca based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.