Climate guide for Sighișoara, Romania

Sighișoara in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

How to read the score (0–10)
05810
UnfavorableGoodOptimal

December · Romania

Best time to visit Sighișoara in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Sighișoara in December

Average temperature 1°C, 30 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

4.7/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Sighișoara
Avg temp
1°C
Rainfall
30 mm
Humidity
89%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

December in Sighișoara scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 1°C, 30 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Sighișoara's walled citadel climbs a hill above the Târnava valley in a tangle of towers, stairs and cobbles.

December in Sighișoara — the hardest end of the year

December averages 1°C (34°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.

Precipitation is light at 30 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.4 hours of daylight.

It scores 4.7/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.

Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? May scores 4.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

View all 12 months

Ranked by pure climate comfort

Score scale: 0.0 → 10.0Quiet / UncrowdedModerate CrowdsPeak Tourist Rush

Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Sighișoara in December?
In December, Sighișoara averages 1°C, 30 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
Is December a good time to visit Sighișoara?
December earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Sighișoara in December?
Expect about 30 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Curated in Sighișoara

Tickets & experiences

Things to do in Sighișoara

Sighișoara, Romania. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.