Weather in January in Moldova
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 is the weather like 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 and nighttime temperatures around -5°C in Chişinău. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Moldova in January, check out the map below. 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 to moderate snow/rainfall in Tiraspol with 40 mm.Average sunshine
Chişinău experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 74 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor a more detailed look at Moldova's conditions throughout the year, check out our Moldova climate page.
Where to go in Moldova in January
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Moldova, check out our Moldova's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Moldova?
Chişinău
In January Chişinău generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Tiraspol
In January Tiraspol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Bălţi
In January Bălţi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Făleşti
In January Făleşti generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Trebujeni
In January Trebujeni generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best 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.
Interested in more climate information?
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