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Ploiesti weather in January (Prahova, Romania)

What can you expect from the weather in Ploiesti during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Ploiesti generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 4°C. But by evening, they drop to around -4°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Ploiesti in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 71 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ploiesti. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ploiesti climate page with graphs.

 

Ploiesti, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 44 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
SunshineSunshine 71 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bucharest, Romania (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Where to go in Romania in January

Find out more about the weather in Romania in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ploiesti in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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