Moldova

Moldova Weather in January

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

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Chişinău Tiraspol Bălţi Trebujeni

Are you planning a trip a to Moldova in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Moldova in January

January in Moldova generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Chişinău. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Moldova, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Glodeni with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Tiraspol with 40 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Chişinău sees roughly 74 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Moldova by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Moldova — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chişinău)

January2°C (36°F) February4°C (39°F) March10°C (50°F) April17°C (63°F) May23°C (73°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September23°C (73°F) October16°C (61°F) November9°C (48°F) December4°C (39°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Moldova in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Moldova.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Moldova?

Temperature range in Moldova (January)

Precipitation variation in Moldova (January)

Chişinău

In January Chişinău generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
74 hours
81 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chişinău →

Tiraspol

In January Tiraspol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
74 hours
81 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tiraspol →

Bălţi

In January Bălţi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bălţi →

Făleşti

In January Făleşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
69 hours
90 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Făleşti →

Trebujeni

In January Trebujeni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
74 hours
81 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trebujeni →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chişinău 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Tiraspol 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Bălţi 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Trebujeni 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Edineţ 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Soroca 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Moldova weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Moldova in January?

Moldova typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chişinău average around 2°C (36°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Moldova in January?

In Chişinău, the average daytime high in January is 2°C (36°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -5°C (23°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Moldova. Chişinău averages only about 39 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Moldova?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Moldova with often poor weather in Chişinău.

On average, the best time to visit Moldova is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Chişinău. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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