Plopu, Romania
Brăila County · Romania
Plopu is a small city in Brăila County, Romania with a population of 8,969. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Plopu
Plopu is a commune in Prahova County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of four villages: Gâlmeia, Hârsa, Nisipoasa, and Plopu.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,969 |
| Population Density | 96 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.1485°, 27.5139° |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
| Country | 🇷🇴 Romania |
| State / Province | Brăila County |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.6 inches (473 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
About Plopu
Plopu is a small city in Romania (Brăila County) with a population of 8,969. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Bucharest.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below Romania avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 93.7 sq mi (242.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 96/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1485°N, 27.5139°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in |
Plopu has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Plopu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtream Romania | club, dance | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Plopu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Fanus Neagu" Memorial House | ||||
| Archimandrite Dometie Manolache Memorial House | ||||
| Ianca Museum |
Libraries in Plopu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotecă | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Plopu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agrisem | |||||
| Minimarket - Produse Alimentare și de uz caznic | |||||
| Piața |
Train Stations in Plopu
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Plopu
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boboc Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Cahul International Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerial Club Vădeni | - | Small Airport |
| Aripi Ramnicene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| BM Paramotoring and Paragliding Field | - | Small Airport |
| Ianca Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Plopu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica „Adormirea Maicii Domnului” |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Romania
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Plopu
What is the population of Plopu?
Plopu has a population of 8,969 residents and is located in Romania. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 93.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Plopu?
Plopu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.
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