Monthly climate guide
Braşov weather in January
January in Braşov is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -1°C (29°F) and night-time lows near -9°C (16°F). The month usually brings about 42 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -9°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Braşov.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Just 80 km apart, but Braşov runs about 4°C cooler than Ploieşti this month.
January is typically Braşov's coolest month.
Avg high
-1°C
29°F
Avg low
-9°C
16°F
Rainfall
42 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
94%
relative
Sky
77%
cloud · often cloudy
Braşov weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C / 29°F | -9°C / 16°F | 42 mm | 94% | 77% |
| February | 1°C / 33°F | -8°C / 18°F | 41 mm | 91% | 78% |
| March | 5°C / 42°F | -4°C / 25°F | 49 mm | 85% | 69% |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 1°C / 34°F | 65 mm | 78% | 66% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 106 mm | 78% | 70% |
| June | 20°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 132 mm | 77% | 62% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 53°F | 90 mm | 71% | 52% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 54°F | 63 mm | 64% | 41% |
| September | 20°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 51 mm | 68% | 52% |
| October | 13°C / 56°F | 3°C / 37°F | 65 mm | 78% | 57% |
| November | 7°C / 45°F | -1°C / 30°F | 42 mm | 86% | 67% |
| December | 1°C / 33°F | -6°C / 21°F | 47 mm | 91% | 75% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Braşov?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Braşov →Other Romania cities in January
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Braşov in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Braşov?
January is cool in Braşov, with highs around -1°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Braşov in January?
Average highs are about -1°C (29°F) and average lows about -9°C (16°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Braşov in January?
Braşov typically gets around 42 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Braşov (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.