January weather forecast
Bucharest, Romania

Winter takes full effect in Bucharest, Romania during January. With an average high temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F) and a low dipping to -5.5°C (22.1°F), it is the coldest month of the year. Residents can also expect a substantial amount of snowfall, which blankets the city in a captivating white layer. In spite of the cold temperatures, humidity levels remain high throughout the month. The city sees cashmere of snow, a chilly wind, and an enchanting frosted landscape that makes the city picturesque.

Temperature

Bucharest's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 1.5°C (34.7°F) and lows of -5.5°C (22.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 89%.

Rainfall

In Bucharest, in January, during 6 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bucharest, Romania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72 days and collects up to 595mm (23.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall, with 137mm (5.39") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 17min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:22 EET.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Bucharest is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.