December welcomes the return of winter in
Cluj-Napoca with cold temperatures and increased snowfall of 58mm (2.28"). It also brings with it the shortest daylight hours of the year. Rainfall is not exceptional at 32mm (1.26") over seven days, and the UV index remains at the minimum, indicating weak sunlight. Despite the cold, the city offers various indoor events and festive holiday displays, making December in
Romania a time of cherishing warmth amidst the chilly weather.
Temperature
December's onset in Cluj-Napoca brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F) in
November to a wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F). During December, the temperature in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, is averaged to a low of -4.2°C (24.4°F) at night.
Rainfall
In Cluj-Napoca, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cluj-Napoca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91 days and collects up to 548mm (21.57") of precipitation.
Snowfall
Months with snowfall are
January through
April,
October through December. During December, Cluj-Napoca regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of snow. In Cluj-Napoca, Romania, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 335mm (13.19").
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cluj-Napoca.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of December, in Cluj-Napoca, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 16:47 EET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, is December, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.
UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Cluj-Napoca are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.