The National Meteorological Administration (ANM) has issued a heatwave weather warning valid from Monday, July 1, 2025, until the end of the week. Several counties in the south, south-east and west of the country will be affected by extreme temperatures, which could reach 41°C in the shade.
For further information on extreme temperatures, see Heatwave in Romania: What You Need to Do to Avoid Ending Up in Hospital. Temperatures of up to 41 Degrees in the Coming Period, which provides additional details on the subject.
Yellow and orange warnings in several regions
According to ANM, the warning is divided as follows:
- Yellow heatwave warning: in Muntenia, Dobruja, southern Moldavia and southern Oltenia, with maximum temperatures of 35–37°C and high thermal discomfort (the temperature-humidity index, ITU, exceeds 80).
- Orange warning: in counties including Teleorman, Olt, Dolj, Mehedinți, Giurgiu, Călărași and Ialomița, with temperatures of 38–41°C and tropical nights in which minimum temperatures do not fall below 22°C.
Authorities’ recommendations
In light of this alert, authorities are urging the public to follow these measures:
- Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
- Stay properly hydrated, with at least 2 litres of water a day.
- Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing and sun hats.
- Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
- Avoid strenuous physical activity during the day.
- Do not leave children or animals in closed vehicles.
Health impact
Doctors warn that older people, children and people with chronic illnesses are most at risk of heatstroke or heat shock. Careful monitoring of these groups and limiting travel during peak hours are recommended.
What happens next?
ANM specialists estimate that the heatwave could continue into the first part of July, with a brief spell of cooler weather in northern and mountain areas in the middle of the week.
Weather updates are available on the official website, www.meteoromania.ro.
Stay informed and follow the authorities’ advice to protect your health.
