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Ploiesti Climate by Month

The temperature in Ploiesti can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Ploiesti. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -4°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Ploiesti has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 733 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Ploiesti experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 93 mm in June, the wettest month, and 44 mm in January, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Ploiesti can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bucharest, Romania (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bucharest, Romania (50 KM, 31 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Ploiesti in Romania

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Ploiesti?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Ploiesti?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ploiesti?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ploiesti?
    June tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ploiesti?
    January is the driest month with 44 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ploiesti?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 291 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ploiesti

    Sun   Dec 15
    7°C | -1°C
    W 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    7°C | -2°C
    W 11 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    11°C | 1°C
    W 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain