Romania in January
The lowest index of the year (43), with highs of 3 °C and lows of -5 °C in the capital; the Carpathians have their snow and the coast is out of season.
Is January a good time to visit Romania?
January is one of the better months across Romania, with crowds averaging 43/100 and typical highs near 3°C.
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Free cancellationDracula's Castle & Peles Castle Day Trip from Bucharest
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What closes and what fills up in January
- New Year (1 and 2 January)
- Epiphany and St John the Baptist (6 and 7 January)
- Union of the Principalities (24 January)
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How January compares across the year
Frequently asked questions
Is January a good month to visit Romania?
January is one of the better months across Romania, with crowds averaging 43/100 and typical highs near 3°C.
How busy is Romania in January?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Romania sits near 43/100 in January. The calmest of them is Bucharest.
What is the weather like in Romania in January?
Expect average highs near 3°C and lows near -5°C, with roughly 7 wet days — though Romania varies by region.