Capital city in Chisinau, Moldova
Chișinău weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Chișinău
May–June and September–October are mild, and early October brings National Wine Day. July–August can pass 35°C; winters are cold and grey.
Chișinău weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°41 mm
- Feb3°33 mm
- Mar10°38 mm
- Apr17°40 mm
- May24°52 mm
- Jun28°70 mm
- Jul31°61 mm
- Aug31°36 mm
- Sep24°39 mm
- Oct16°46 mm
- Nov9°42 mm
- Dec2°40 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C33°F | -6°C20°F | 41 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | 3°C38°F | -5°C23°F | 33 mm | 88% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | -1°C31°F | 38 mm | 79% | Cold |
| April | 17°C62°F | 5°C41°F | 40 mm | 72% | Cool |
| May | 24°C75°F | 11°C53°F | 52 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 16°C61°F | 70 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C88°F | 18°C65°F | 61 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C88°F | 18°C64°F | 36 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C76°F | 12°C54°F | 39 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C62°F | 6°C42°F | 46 mm | 73% | Cool |
| November | 9°C48°F | 1°C34°F | 42 mm | 85% | Cold |
| December | 2°C36°F | -4°C24°F | 40 mm | 91% | Freezing |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Chișinău?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are mild, and early October brings National Wine Day. July–August can pass 35°C; winters are cold and grey.
When is the rainy season in Chișinău?
Rain peaks in June with about 70 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Chișinău?
July, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Chișinău get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -6°C (20°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Chișinău International Airport
- Border Police of Moldova
- UK FCDO travel advice: Moldova
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.