Weather & Climate in Petrila, Romania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Petrila has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,218 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,218 ft (676 m) |
| Area | 127.8 sq mi (331.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 153/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4500°N, 23.4167°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
40 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Feb 14, 2023 | 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania | M5.6 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 1991 | 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania | M5.6 | 101 km | 12 km |
| Feb 13, 2023 | 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania | M5.0 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2023 | 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania | M4.9 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Mar 2, 1992 | 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania | M4.6 | 150 km | 26 km |
| Sep 8, 2013 | 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania | M4.6 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Romania | M4.5 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 2012 | 4 km W of Albeni, Romania | M4.5 | 48 km | 6 km |
| Feb 16, 2023 | 0 km NW of Arcani, Romania | M4.4 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Aug 20, 2023 | 3 km S of Stăneşti, Romania | M4.3 | 43 km | 11 km |
| Jun 25, 2020 | 4 km SE of E?elni?a, Romania | M4.3 | 117 km | 11 km |
| Aug 10, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania | M4.3 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 2013 | 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania | M4.3 | 43 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 2024 | 6 km S of Eşelniţa, Romania | M4.2 | 122 km | 14 km |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania | M4.2 | 77 km | 21 km |
| May 19, 2004 | 1 km SW of Sl?nic, Romania | M4.2 | 117 km | 6 km |
| Jul 18, 2023 | 4 km SSW of Peştişani, Romania | M4.0 | 56 km | 13 km |
| Feb 22, 2023 | 3 km SSE of Pe?ti?ani, Romania | M4.0 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Dec 18, 1991 | 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania | M3.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Dec 21, 1999 | 2 km SSW of Tele?ti, Romania | M3.8 | 59 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in |
Petrila has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (1.5").