Old Orhei
Old Orhei is an archaeological site located in the Orhei District of Moldova. It is currently recognized as a Tentative World Heritage Site and ranks as the third most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs reaching 24 °C to 26 °C. These months also see the most rain, with up to 12 rainy days in June. The winter months from December to February are cold, with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing. Travelers looking for milder weather may prefer visiting in May or September, when highs average 21 °C.
Old Orhei is located 33 km from the capital, Chișinău. The nearest airport is Chișinău International Airport, located 42 km away. Nearby attractions include Cricova, situated 20.9 km away, and the House-Museum of Alexander Pushkin, which is 31.7 km from the site.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 27 °C. The wettest is June, with about 68 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 3 | 8 | 15 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| Average low, °C | -5 | -5 | -1 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 1 | -3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 34 | 30 | 32 | 37 | 48 | 68 | 65 | 51 | 49 | 38 | 39 | 35 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
