Ploiesti Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Ploiesti, Prahova, Romania. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Ploiesti, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 291 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 63 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2115 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Ploiesti serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Ploiesti vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ploiesti enjoys an average of 2115 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Ploiesti

June, Ploiesti’s wettest month, receives 50 mm (2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Ploiesti Precipitation page.