Weather & Climate in Răchițele, Romania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Răchițele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,746 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Area | 28.3 sq mi (73.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7065°N, 22.8951°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Jun 6, 2023 | 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania | M4.7 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 2013 | 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania | M4.6 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Mar 2, 1992 | 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania | M4.6 | 128 km | 26 km |
| Sep 8, 2013 | 2 km NNE of Tote?ti, Romania | M4.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Dec 19, 1991 | Romania | M4.3 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Ohaba Lungă, Romania | M4.3 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 7 km ENE of Borlova, Romania | M4.2 | 150 km | 21 km |
| May 22, 2023 | 2 km S of Fântânele, Romania | M4.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Dec 18, 1991 | 5 km NNW of Brestov??, Romania | M3.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| May 17, 2005 | 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania | M3.1 | 8 km | 34 km |
| Aug 10, 1994 | 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania | M3.1 | 105 km | 58 km |
| Jul 14, 2006 | 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania | M3.0 | 48 km | 0 km |
| Feb 2, 2006 | 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary | M2.8 | 130 km | 200 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Răchițele has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.6").