Prahova Weather in May

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

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Sinaia Buşteni Ploiesti Azuga

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

What to Expect in Prahova in May

Prahova, Romania is a region in Romania. May in Prahova generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Azuga at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Ploiesti at 23°C (73°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Ploiesti and 7°C (45°F) in Azuga.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ploiesti with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Cheia with 146 mm (5.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Prahova in May

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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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Prahova, Romania?

Temperature range in Prahova (May)

Precipitation variation in Prahova (May)

Sinaia

In May Sinaia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sinaia →

Buşteni

In May Buşteni generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Buşteni →

Ploiesti

In May Ploiesti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
246 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ploiesti →

Azuga

In May Azuga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Azuga →

Cheia

In May Cheia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Cheia →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sinaia 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Buşteni 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Ploiesti 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Azuga 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Cheia 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Breaza 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Prahova weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Prahova, Romania typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sinaia average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Prahova, Romania during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Sinaia.

Does Prahova, Romania get a lot of rain in May?

Sinaia typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 140 mm (5.5 in) on average across Prahova, Romania.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Prahova, Romania?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Prahova, Romania with overall tolerable 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. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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