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Climate & Weather in Poiana Brașov

Rain mm/yr
999

Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, en.climate-data.org

Good to Know

  • January offers the most reliable snow and lowest prices outside the December holidays, though daylight is limited to ~9 hours—plan skiing/sightseeing accordingly.
  • June is the wettest month (125 mm); carry rain protection despite sunny periods.
  • Summer daytime temps peak in July–August (20–22°C (72°F)) but nights remain cool (13–14°C (57°F)), allowing comfortable sleeping in mountain air.
  • Snowfall begins as early as September but is not reliable for skiing until November; mid-December to mid-March provides the best combination of snowfall, cold temperatures, and daylight.
  • Spring snow (March–April) is wetter and heavier than mid-winter powder; higher slopes hold conditions longer than lower elevations.
  • Altitude (1020–1799 m) keeps Poiana Brașov cooler than lower-lying areas in Romania, providing stable conditions and reliable snow compared to regional alternatives.

Summer

Rainfall Mm
73–132 mm (June is wettest at 125 mm)
Note
June is the wettest month. July is the hottest month (avg 21°C (70°F) daytime). August is sunniest with 7 hours sunshine per day.

Months

  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September

Temperature Range Celsius

Daytime High
20
Nighttime Low
13

Temperature Range Fahrenheit

Daytime High
68
Nighttime Low
55

Overview

Climate Type
Continental mountain climate with large seasonal temperature swings
Altitude Meters
1020–1799
Annual Precipitation Mm
999
Annual Average Temp Celsius
7.6
Annual Average Temp Fahrenheit
46

Peak Season

Characteristics
Winter ski season with reliable snowfall
Rainfall Or Snowfall Mm
Snow-dominant; 50–80 cm snow depth during peak season
Note
January is the snowiest month with heaviest natural snowfall. December to February temperatures often reach -15°C (5°F) or lower at night.

Months

  • December
  • January
  • February

Temperature Range Celsius

Daytime High
-5
Nighttime Low
-15

Temperature Range Fahrenheit

Daytime High
23
Nighttime Low
5

Worst Months

Note
Extremely crowded; highest accommodation rates and lift lines. December–February have shortest daylight (~9 hours). November–December transition is coolest with variable conditions.

Months

  • Christmas/New Year period (Dec 24–Jan 2)

Off Peak Season

Rainfall Mm
65–102 mm (May highest)
Characteristics
Transitional seasons with mild weather and fewer crowds

Months

  • April
  • May
  • October
  • November

Temperature Range Celsius

Daytime High
15
Nighttime Low
5

Temperature Range Fahrenheit

Daytime High
59
Nighttime Low
41

Winter Snowfall

Snowiest Weeks
Week 4 of January (3.4 snowy days, 18 cm snowfall typical)
Season Duration
Mid-November to mid-March (ski season)
Snow Depth Average Cm
50–80 cm during peak
Average Annual Snowfall Cm
120
Note
Heaviest snowfall typically January and February. Resort uses advanced snowmaking system to supplement natural snow.

Best Months Overall

General Visit

  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September

Skiing Winter Sports

  • December
  • January
  • February
  • March

Outdoor Activities Hiking

  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026

These are the sources cited in this climate & weather research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.

  1. 1.weather-and-climate.com
  2. 2.en.climate-data.org
  3. 3.weather-atlas.com
  4. 4.weather2travel.com
  5. 5.snow-forecast.com
  6. 6.snowandrock.com
  7. 7.championtraveler.com
  8. 8.youcouldtravel.com
  9. 9.j2ski.com
  10. 10.weather2travel.com

Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.