Prahova weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Prahova in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Prahova in January?
Prahova is a region in Romania. January in Prahova generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Cheia at 0°C to cold in Ploiesti at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -4°C in Ploiesti and -7°C in Cheia. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 46 mm in Sinaia. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Sinaia, marking it as the year's driest month.
For specific regional insights in Prahova for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Prahova climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Prahova?
Sinaia
In January Sinaia generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Buşteni
In January Buşteni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ploiesti
In January Ploiesti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Azuga
In January Azuga generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cheia
In January Cheia generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Prahova, in Romania.
Is January the best time to visit Prahova?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Prahova with often poor weather in Sinaia.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Sinaia. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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