Climate Insights for Sibiu
Climate Overview
The climate in Sibiu is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 995 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sibiu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sibiu 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 -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 149cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Sibiu is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 39.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Sibiu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sibiu 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 22°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 59in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sibiu 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 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sibiu 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 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 28°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
Sibiu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 995 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 50 mm. That's 83 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 149cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 34cm.Sibiu is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 in. That's 3.3 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 59in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Sibiu 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Sibiu 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 Sibiu is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Sibiu is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 22°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 Sibiu 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 Sibiu 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.