AI-generatedCraiova at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Aug – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 30°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,270 h
- Rain a year
- 579 mm
- Climate
- Continental
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 105 m
Climate in Craiova
Craiova has warm to hot summers and cold winters with occasional snow. July is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 4 °C. With around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year, Craiova is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: April – June, August – October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 9°
- Midday, 13:00: about 17°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
- Evening, 20:00: about 14°
- Night, 23:00: about 12°
07:3818:43
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:20–08:17 · evening 18:03–19:01
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:09–07:20 · evening 19:01–19:12
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
What is the weather like in Craiova in October?
In October, Craiova is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 48 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 5 min07:38 – 18:43
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 52 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3Europe/Bucharest
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %97 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %82 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
Sunshine hours in Craiova
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Craiova, 46 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 5 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in Craiova
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 75 min
- Olive skin
- about 95 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Rain in Craiova: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Craiova has about 7 rainy days with 48 mm of rain in total.
Wind and clouds in Craiova
How breezy and how cloudy Craiova is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Craiova typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, light breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 52 % of the sky over Craiova: variable cloud, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Craiova
How often the day gets hot in Craiova (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Craiova has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Snow in Craiova
Snow is possible in Craiova, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Craiova.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Craiova
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Frost below 0°
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
CoolOctober: nights around 9°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (−3°), the warmest in July (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule in July; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and from August to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23 | 4° | −3° | 3.0 h | 7 | 43 |
| FebruaryFeb | 29 | 7° | −2° | 4.4 h | 7 | 31 |
| MarchMar | 50 | 12° | 2° | 5.7 h | 8 | 47 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 18° | 7° | 7.0 h | 8 | 50 |
| MayMay | 84 | 23° | 13° | 8.2 h | 10 | 60 |
| JuneJun | 83 | 28° | 17° | 9.2 h | 10 | 63 |
| JulyJul | 71 | 30° | 20° | 9.7 h | 8 | 56 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 30° | 19° | 9.4 h | 6 | 40 |
| SeptemberSep | 89 | 24° | 15° | 7.3 h | 6 | 49 |
| OctoberOct | 80 | 18° | 9° | 5.1 h | 7 | 48 |
| NovemberNov | 37 | 11° | 4° | 3.0 h | 8 | 47 |
| DecemberDec | 23 | 5° | −1° | 2.4 h | 7 | 44 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
44.32° N, 23.80° E · 105 m · Europe/Bucharest
Best time to visit Craiova
The best time to visit Craiova is from April to June and from August to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and from September to October. The wettest month is June with 63 mm of precipitation.
Craiova through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Craiova in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 12–23 °C by day
- 7 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Craiova in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 28–30 °C by day
- 9 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Craiova in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 11–24 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Craiova in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 4–7 °C by day
- 3 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Craiova for you.
Your best months: May, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Compare two months in Craiova
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Craiova: score 89 against 80. In September, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. September has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 80 | 89better |
| Day high | 18° | 24° |
| Night low | 9° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 7.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 48 mm | 49 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Snow
Dec – Feb
Snow on 2 or more days
Craiova month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January4° · 3 h
In January, Craiova is cold: daytime highs average 4 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−3 °C). The sun is scarce, with only about 3 hours a day. Precipitation, often as snow, falls on about 7 days, totalling 43 mm. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in January29February7° · 4 h
In February, Craiova is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−2 °C). Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 31 mm. Snow falls on about 3 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in February50March12° · 6 h
In March, Craiova is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in March84April18° · 7 h
In April, Craiova is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in April84May23° · 8 h
In May, Craiova is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 60 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in May83June28° · 9 h
In June, Craiova is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 63 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in June71July30° · 10 h
In July, Craiova is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in July76August30° · 9 h
In August, Craiova is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in August89September24° · 7 h
In September, Craiova is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in September80October18° · 5 h
In October, Craiova is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 48 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in October37November11° · 3 h
In November, Craiova is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Craiova.
Craiova in November23December5° · 2 h
In December, Craiova is cold: daytime highs average 5 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−1 °C). The sun is scarce, with only about 2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 44 mm. Snow falls on about 2 days. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Craiova.
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Craiova vs. Târgoviște
In October Craiova has the better holiday weather (score 80 vs. 66). During the day Târgoviște is 3 °C cooler than Craiova.
| in October | Craiova | Târgoviște |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 80 | 66 |
| Daytime high | 18° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Aug – Oct | May – Sep |
Through the year
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In October, Craiova ranks 1 of 14 destinations in this country.
- CraiovaThis page18°80
- 2Constanța17°18°77
- 3Bucharest17°76
- 4Timișoara17°76
- 5Arad17°76
- 6Oradea16°70
- 7Alba Iulia16°67
- 8Iași15°67
Planning a trip to Craiova
Weather for your travel dates
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Craiova in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Craiova has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23).
- 74
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 16 °C by day
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
- 84
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 74
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- 9.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
- 80
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 18 °C by day
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 23
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 5 °C by day
- 2.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,960 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Craiova
When is the best time to visit Craiova?
The best time to visit Craiova is from April to June and from August to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Craiova?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 4 °C.
When does it rain most in Craiova?
The wettest month is June with 63 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 31 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Craiova get?
Craiova gets around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.7 hours a day; in December there are 2.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Craiova in?
Craiova uses the time zone Europe/Bucharest: UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Craiova?
A nonstop flight from London to Craiova takes about 2 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,960 km.
Which school holidays are best for Craiova?
Craiova has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 84) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 74, May half-term 84, Summer holidays 74, October half-term 80, Christmas holidays 23.
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