The best times to visit Ploiesti for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 8th

or

August 13th to October 21st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ploiesti Travel Info

Weather in Ploiesti

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ploiesti vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ploiesti, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 92.4°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.5°F (18.1°C) at night.

Ploiesti Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ploiesti Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ploiesti Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ploiesti Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ploiesti Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 39.8 30.7 22.2
Feb 42.9 34.6 26.7
Mar 53.4 43.5 34.7
Apr 64.5 52.3 39.5
May 74.8 63.5 52.7
Jun 81.6 68.8 57.1
Jul 87 74.3 62
Aug 87.3 74.2 61.2
Sep 78.5 66.2 54.6
Oct 62.4 52.1 43.9
Nov 52.5 43.3 36.1
Dec 45.9 35.6 27.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.3 -0.7 -5.4
Feb 6.1 1.4 -2.9
Mar 11.9 6.4 1.5
Apr 18.1 11.3 4.2
May 23.8 17.5 11.5
Jun 27.6 20.4 13.9
Jul 30.6 23.5 16.7
Aug 30.7 23.4 16.2
Sep 25.8 19 12.6
Oct 16.9 11.2 6.6
Nov 11.4 6.3 2.3
Dec 7.7 2 -2.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ploiesti are September, August, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Ploiesti? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late November to early December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ploiesti is often around around November 26th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ploiesti.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ploiesti (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 16% 1 1.2
Feb 21% 1.9 1.7
Mar 26% 0 2.7
Apr 18% 0 2.3
May 21% 0 2.3
Jun 27% 0 3.6
Jul 23% 0 3
Aug 13% 0 1.4
Sep 12% 0 3.1
Oct 19% 0 2.6
Nov 18% 0.8 2.5
Dec 14% 2.6 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 2.5 3
Feb 21 4.8 4.3
Mar 26 0 6.9
Apr 18 0 5.8
May 21 0 5.8
Jun 27 0 9.1
Jul 23 0 7.6
Aug 13 0 3.6
Sep 12 0 7.9
Oct 19 0 6.6
Nov 18 2 6.4
Dec 14 6.6 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Ploiesti has some extremely humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is August (47.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (84.8%).

Wind in Ploiesti is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and September. April’s average wind speed of around 4.6 knots (5.3 MPH or 8.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 10.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ploiesti.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.4 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Feb 3.6 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Mar 4.4 Light breeze 7.3 Light breeze
Apr 4.6 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
May 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Jul 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Oct 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Nov 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Dec 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 84.8%
Feb 75.9%
Mar 61.8%
Apr 49.6%
May 61.4%
Jun 55.8%
Jul 55.6%
Aug 47.6%
Sep 54.2%
Oct 72.7%
Nov 80.4%
Dec 81.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ploiesti?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Romania; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ploiesti, Romania is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ploiesti in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 31.8 in December means 31.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Ploiesti Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.8°F (25.4°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Ploiesti, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.1°F (28.9°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ploiesti to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 33.7°F (0.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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