Monthly climate guide
Ploieşti weather in January
January in Ploieşti is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 3°C (37°F) and night-time lows near -5°C (23°F). The month usually brings about 42 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Just 80 km apart, but Ploieşti runs about 4°C warmer than Braşov this month.
- In Ploieşti, January is mid-winter.
- Pack for frost — nights average -5°C in January.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
January is typically Ploieşti's coolest month.
Avg high
3°C
37°F
Avg low
-5°C
23°F
Rainfall
42 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
86%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Ploieşti weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 23°F | 42 mm | 86% | 74% |
| February | 5°C / 42°F | -3°C / 26°F | 38 mm | 84% | 75% |
| March | 12°C / 53°F | 1°C / 33°F | 43 mm | 76% | 62% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 6°C / 42°F | 53 mm | 70% | 58% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 84 mm | 69% | 60% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 60°F | 104 mm | 66% | 53% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 71 mm | 59% | 39% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 17°C / 63°F | 45 mm | 53% | 31% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 13°C / 56°F | 44 mm | 57% | 46% |
| October | 18°C / 65°F | 7°C / 45°F | 63 mm | 71% | 57% |
| November | 11°C / 51°F | 2°C / 36°F | 44 mm | 82% | 71% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | -2°C / 28°F | 48 mm | 85% | 72% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Ploieşti?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Ploieşti →Other Romania cities in January
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Ploieşti in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Ploieşti?
January is cool in Ploieşti, with highs around 3°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Ploieşti in January?
Average highs are about 3°C (37°F) and average lows about -5°C (23°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Ploieşti in January?
Ploieşti typically gets around 42 mm of rain in January — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Ploieşti (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.