Chișinău
Capital of Moldova
Chișinău is the capital of Moldova, with a population of 567,038 in 2024. Visitors are drawn to explore local points of interest such as the Stephen the Great Monument, the House-Museum of Alexander Pushkin, and the Chișinău Water Tower.
What to see
The city features several cultural and historical sights for visitors. You can visit the Stephen the Great Monument and the Chișinău Water Tower. Additionally, the House-Museum of Alexander Pushkin is located in the city.
When to go
Daily highs and lows vary throughout the year based on 1981-2010 temperatures and rain, alongside 2015-2024 rainy days. January has a daily high of 1 °C and a low of -5 °C with 34 mm of rain on about 7 days. July is the warmest month with a high of 27 °C and a low of 17 °C, experiencing 62 mm of rain on about 9 days. Spring and autumn offer moderate temperatures, such as April with highs of 15 °C and lows of 5 °C, and October with highs of 15 °C and lows of 7 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Chişinău International Airport, located 13 km away.
Top sights in Chișinău
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 27 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 3 | 8 | 15 | 22 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 7 | 2 |
| Average low, °C | -5 | -4 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 1 | -3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 34 | 30 | 32 | 38 | 47 | 65 | 62 | 52 | 47 | 39 | 39 | 36 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Chișinău (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.