Moldova

Moldova Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Moldova in December.

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Chişinău Tiraspol Bălţi Trebujeni

Planning a trip to Moldova this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Moldova in December

December in Moldova generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Chişinău. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 39 mm (1.5 in) in Chişinău.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Chişinău receives roughly 61 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Moldova in December

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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 Moldova

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Moldova?

Temperature range in Moldova (December)

Precipitation variation in Moldova (December)

Chişinău

In December Chişinău generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
61 hours
74 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chişinău →

Tiraspol

In December Tiraspol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
61 hours
74 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tiraspol →

Bălţi

In December Bălţi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
60 hours
69 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bălţi →

Făleşti

In December Făleşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
60 hours
69 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Făleşti →

Trebujeni

In December Trebujeni generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
61 hours
74 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trebujeni →

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In our records: Moldova December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Moldova in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Moldova was -20°C (-4°F) in Bălţi on December 28, 1996.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Moldova in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chişinău 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Tiraspol 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Bălţi 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Trebujeni 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Edineţ 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Soroca 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Moldova weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Moldova in December?

Moldova typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chişinău average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Moldova in December?

Average temperatures in Moldova during December range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Chişinău.

Does Moldova get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Chişinău averages just 39 mm (1.5 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Moldova.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Moldova?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Chişinău, December may not be the ideal time to visit Moldova.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Chişinău. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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