Chişinău Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Chişinău is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in July to a chilly 2°C (36°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 17°C (63°F) in July to around -5°C (23°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Chişinău receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 579 mm (23 in) annually. Chişinău offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (75 mm (3 in)) and the driest month February (35 mm (1.4 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Chişinău Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Chişinău serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.0 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chişinău.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 82%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in August and October to 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, February, March and April. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)