2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cluj-Napoca in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Cluj-Napoca. Cluj-Napoca has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 3°C, lows of -4°C, and approximately 3 rainy days per month.

Avg High

3°C

Avg Low

-4°C

Rainy days

3days

Daylight

8.9h

Is January a good time to visit Cluj-Napoca?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:07 AM

Sunset

5:04 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 3°C -4°C 3 Good
February 7°C -1°C 10 Good
March 11°C 1°C 10 Good
April 17°C 3°C 3 Good
May 18°C 8°C 16 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 15°C 21 Excellent (best)
July 24°C 15°C 15 Excellent (best)
August 26°C 16°C 7 Excellent (best)
September 23°C 12°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 16°C 8°C 14 Wet
November 7°C 1°C 4 Good
December 6°C 1°C 7 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Cluj-Napoca? +

January is typically Good for visiting Cluj-Napoca, with average highs of 3°C and around 3 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cluj-Napoca in January? +

With highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Cluj-Napoca in January? +

Cluj-Napoca typically sees around 3 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cluj-Napoca in January? +

In January, Cluj-Napoca gets approximately 8.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Cluj-Napoca? +

No, January is not peak season in Cluj-Napoca. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Cluj-Napoca? +

The best months to visit Cluj-Napoca are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Bucharest)

Last Updated: January 2026

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