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Weather & Climate in Tulcea, Romania
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tulcea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,587/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1787°N, 28.8050°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
37 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Apr 24, 2020 | 1 km ESE of Ungureni, Romania | M4.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Dec 6, 2009 | 1 km ENE of Podgoria, Romania | M4.5 | 141 km | 20 km |
| Mar 18, 2005 | 2 km SSE of Slobozia Conachi, Romania | M4.4 | 90 km | 12 km |
| Oct 8, 2024 | 1 km N of Voetin, Romania | M4.4 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 2017 | 1 km ENE of Ci?mele, Romania | M4.3 | 77 km | 13 km |
| Jan 12, 2015 | 1 km SSW of Borde?ti, Romania | M4.2 | 143 km | 18 km |
| Dec 6, 1997 | 1 km SW of Cârligele, Romania | M4.2 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Sep 29, 2013 | 2 km ESE of Schela, Romania | M4.1 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2006 | 2 km WSW of B?l??e?ti, Romania | M4.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Mar 21, 2008 | 4 km E of Jari?tea, Romania | M4.1 | 148 km | 23 km |
| Sep 30, 2013 | 2 km SW of Schela, Romania | M4.1 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jun 11, 1996 | 1 km WNW of Vân?tori, Romania | M4.0 | 138 km | 38 km |
| Sep 1, 1991 | 3 km NNW of Dedule?ti, Romania | M3.9 | 149 km | 52 km |
| Jan 18, 2005 | 1 km W of Malcoci, Romania | M3.8 | 7 km | 0 km |
| Jan 4, 2006 | 3 km NW of Maliuc, Romania | M3.7 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 1992 | 1 km NW of Gole?ti, Romania | M3.7 | 142 km | 46 km |
| Aug 20, 1995 | 1 km W of Carcaliu, Romania | M3.7 | 53 km | 33 km |
| Feb 6, 2006 | 4 km S of Gârliciu, Romania | M3.6 | 76 km | 30 km |
| Apr 18, 2005 | 4 km NNE of Nuf?ru, Romania | M3.5 | 10 km | 6 km |
| Sep 1, 1991 | 2 km NE of Cote?ti, Romania | M3.4 | 145 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 1.2 in |
Tulcea has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (1.0").