Climate Insights for Râmnicu Vâlcea
Vâlcea, Romania
Climate Overview
The climate in Râmnicu Vâlcea is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 845 mm of precipitation falls per year. Râmnicu Vâlcea receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Râmnicu Vâlcea 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 83cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Râmnicu Vâlcea is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 33.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Râmnicu Vâlcea receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Râmnicu Vâlcea 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 33in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Râmnicu Vâlcea vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°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 Râmnicu Vâlcea vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Râmnicu Vâlcea is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 845 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 110 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 40 mm. That's 70 mm less than May, 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 83cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Râmnicu Vâlcea is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.6 in. That's 2.8 in less than May, 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 33in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Râmnicu Vâlcea is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Râmnicu Vâlcea is relatively calm, 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 April, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 62 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Râmnicu Vâlcea is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Râmnicu Vâlcea 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea 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.