Prahova Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Prahova, Romania in December.

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Sinaia Buşteni Ploiesti Azuga

Are you planning a trip a to Prahova, Romania in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Prahova in December

Prahova, Romania is a region in Romania. December in Prahova generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Cheia at 2°C (36°F) to cold in Ploiesti at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Ploiesti and -6°C (21°F) in Cheia. In many areas in Romania, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Prahova, Romania, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 53 mm (2.1 in) in Sinaia.

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Best Places to Visit in Prahova in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Prahova

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Prahova, Romania?

Temperature range in Prahova (December)

Precipitation variation in Prahova (December)

Sinaia

In December Sinaia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sinaia →

Buşteni

In December Buşteni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Buşteni →

Ploiesti

In December Ploiesti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
63 hours
71 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ploiesti →

Azuga

In December Azuga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Azuga →

Cheia

In December Cheia generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cheia →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Prahova, in Romania.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Prahova in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sinaia 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Buşteni 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Ploiesti 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Azuga 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Cheia 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Breaza 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Prahova weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Prahova, Romania in December?

Expect poor weather across Prahova, Romania in December. The popular destination of Sinaia averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Prahova, Romania in December?

Daytime temperatures in Sinaia peak at roughly 2°C (36°F) in December, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does Prahova, Romania get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Prahova, Romania during December, with Sinaia averaging close to 53 mm (2.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Prahova, Romania?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Prahova, Romania with often poor weather in Sinaia.

On average, the best time to visit Prahova, Romania is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Sinaia. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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