Brașov
City in Romania
Brașov is a city in Romania with a population of 237,589 in 2021. Located 143 km from Bucharest, the city draws visitors with landmarks such as Biserica Neagră, Tâmpa, and St. Nicholas Church, Brașov.
What to see
Visitors to Brașov can explore notable architectural and natural sights. The city features Biserica Neagră and St. Nicholas Church, Brașov, alongside the natural landmark Tâmpa.
When to go
July and August are the warmest months with daily highs of 23 °C and lows of 14 °C, though July also experiences the highest rainfall at 112 mm across 16 days. January is the coldest month, with daily highs of 1 °C and lows of -7 °C. Rain is spread throughout the year, with the fewest rainy days occurring in February, October, and November at about 8 to 9 days per month.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport, located 9 km from the city. The city is also situated 143 km from Bucharest.
Top sights in Brașov
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 23 °C. The wettest is July, with about 112 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 19 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| Average low, °C | -7 | -6 | -2 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | -5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 36 | 35 | 46 | 56 | 85 | 110 | 112 | 88 | 69 | 48 | 42 | 43 |
| Rainy days | 10 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 16 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Brașov (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
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