Climate normals · 1970–2000
Craiova Climate
Craiova is a city in Romania (17) with a population of about 234,140. Its average annual temperature is 11.5°C (53°F), with roughly 581 mm of rain per year.
11.5°C
Avg Temp
581
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Craiova Climate
Craiova has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F) and receives about 581 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.5°C
Avg Temp
581
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 34 mm |
| February | 1° / 35° | 36 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 39 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 50 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 68 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 74 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 63 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 45 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 39 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 42 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 48 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 43 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Craiova
The most comfortable months to visit Craiova are typically August, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Craiova are typically August, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Craiova, Romania has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C and about 581 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Craiova average about 29°C (85°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.