Transylvania
Fortified Saxon villages, a castle that leans hard into the Dracula story, and forests where the bears are real and the wifi is not.
The best time to visit Transylvania is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F). Local time there is 07:39 (UTC+3).
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The year at a glance
June · high 25°C · rain 99mm · 15.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Cluj-Napoca, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C38°F | 42mm1.7in | 8.9h8.9h | |
| February | 6°C44°F | 38mm1.5in | 10.2h10.2h | |
| March | 10°C51°F | 35mm1.4in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 15°C59°F | 58mm2.3in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| May | 20°C67°F | 95mm3.7in | 15.0h15.0h | |
| June | 25°C77°F | 99mm3.9in | 15.8h15.8h | in the recommended window |
| July | 27°C80°F | 83mm3.3in | 15.5h15.5h | in the recommended window |
| August | 27°C81°F | 65mm2.6in | 14.2h14.2h | in the recommended window |
| September | 22°C71°F | 65mm2.6in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 17°C62°F | 30mm1.2in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| November | 10°C49°F | 52mm2.0in | 9.3h9.3h | |
| December | 5°C42°F | 56mm2.2in | 8.6h8.6h |
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When is the best time to visit Transylvania?
The best time to visit Transylvania is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F).
How warm does Transylvania get?
Typical daytime highs in Transylvania are Mar–May 15°C (59°F), Jun–Aug 26°C (79°F), Sep–Nov 16°C (61°F), Dec–Feb 5°C (41°F).
Is Transylvania expensive?
On the ground, Transylvania is cheap.
What sort of trip is Transylvania good for?
Transylvania is good for nature and scenery, adventure holidays, history and culture, bucket-list trips.
How rainy is Transylvania?
The wettest month in Transylvania is June at 99mm (3.9in), the driest October at 30mm (1.2in), with a monthly average of 60mm (2.4in).
What plug do I need for Transylvania?
Transylvania uses type C, F sockets at 230 V.
