Weather & Climate in Rusca Montană, Romania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rusca Montană experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,201 feet.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,201 ft (366 m) |
| Area | 258.8 sq mi (670.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5674°N, 22.4582°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
112 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Jul 18, 1991 | 1 km NNW of B?ile Herculane, Romania | M5.6 | 76 km | 12 km |
| Feb 14, 2023 | 0 km ESE of Lele?ti, Romania | M5.6 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 1991 | 2 km S of Livezile, Romania | M5.6 | 112 km | 11 km |
| Dec 2, 1991 | 1 km SW of Ciacova, Romania | M5.5 | 105 km | 9 km |
| Jul 19, 1991 | 7 km ENE of Stari Lec, Serbia | M5.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Feb 13, 2023 | 0 km ESE of Dobri?a, Romania | M5.0 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2023 | 2 km SSE of Arcani, Romania | M4.9 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 1996 | 3 km NW of Peciu Nou, Romania | M4.8 | 112 km | 23 km |
| Aug 14, 1991 | 2 km NE of Ghilad, Romania | M4.7 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 2023 | 6 km SW of Frumu?eni, Romania | M4.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Velika Greda, Serbia | M4.7 | 112 km | 26 km |
| May 24, 2002 | 2 km ESE of Pojejena, Romania | M4.7 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Oct 13, 1994 | 6 km SSE of Giulv?z, Romania | M4.7 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Mar 2, 1992 | 5 km ESE of Bogda, Romania | M4.6 | 77 km | 26 km |
| Dec 19, 1992 | 3 km WNW of Giulv?z, Romania | M4.6 | 117 km | 23 km |
| Sep 8, 2013 | 1 km WSW of General Berthelot, Romania | M4.6 | 32 km | 5 km |
| Aug 15, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Voiteg, Romania | M4.5 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Romania | M4.5 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2002 | 4 km SW of Moldova Nou?, Romania | M4.5 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 2012 | 4 km W of Albeni, Romania | M4.5 | 104 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in |
Rusca Montană has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 28°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.6").