Winter tyre laws in Romania
Winter tyres are required in wintry conditions (situational).
Romania requires winter tyres (M+S) whenever the road is covered with snow, ice or frost; there is no fixed period.
- Rule
- Situational
- Period
- No fixed dates
Last verified 3 November 2026. Informational only, not legal advice. · Official source
From when do the winter tyre rules apply in Romania?
There are no fixed dates: what counts is the road and weather conditions. Romania requires winter tyres (M+S) whenever the road is covered with snow, ice or frost; there is no fixed period.
When should you change to winter tyres before driving in Romania?
Legal dates are a minimum, not the best date. Winter tyres grip better once the average temperature stays below about 7 °C, and before the first frost or snow. The calculator works out the best days for any town.
Whatever the law says, the temperature decides how well your tyres grip. Use the calculator for dates tailored to your town and driving profile. Calculator