August · Romania
Best time to visit Craiova in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Craiova in August
Average temperature 27°C, 46 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 48% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.6/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 48%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Craiova scores 7.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 27°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Craiova's art museum, English park and Oltenian food culture make it a cultured stop in southern Romania.
August holds up well in Craiova — 6th best month
Days in August average 27°C (80°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.6/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Craiova — 1.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Craiova in August?
- In August, Craiova averages 27°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Craiova?
- August earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Craiova in August?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 48% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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