January weather forecast
Sibiu, Romania

January in Sibiu, Romania, heralds the onset of deep winter, often accented by heavy snowfall and biting cold. The bracing conditions are defined by peak snowfall measuring 110mm (4.33") and extremely low temperatures, including the year's coldest low of -8.3°C (17.1°F). The freeze announces itself more dramatically in contrast to the milder temperatures visitors may have grown accustomed to in December. Expect short, wintry days with daylight persisting for just over nine hours, and prepare for thermal attire if venturing outdoors. January's frigid conditions are intense, making the snow often a prevailing presence throughout the month.

Temperature

In Sibiu, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 0.9°C (33.6°F) at the peak and -8.3°C (17.1°F) at the lowest.

Rainfall

In Sibiu, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94 rainfall days, and 627mm (24.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 110mm (4.33") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Sibiu, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:26 EET.

Sunshine

In Sibiu, the average sunshine in January is 2.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sibiu. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in January translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.