Tighina Fortress
Bendery, Moldova
Tighina Fortress is a fortress and building complex located in the city of Bendery, Moldova. It is a recognized historical, architectural, and archaeological monument and ranks as the fifth most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The warmest months to visit are from May through September, when daily highs range from 21 °C to 28 °C. Rain is most frequent in June with about 11 rainy days, while September and October are drier with about 5 rainy days each. Winters are cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing between December and February.
The fortress is located 53 km from the capital city of Chișinău. The nearest airport is Chișinău International Airport, which is 43 km away. You can find more information on the official website at https://bendery-fortress.com/.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 28 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 2 | 3 | 9 | 16 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 8 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -5 | -4 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rainfall, mm | 36 | 33 | 34 | 38 | 48 | 67 | 64 | 53 | 51 | 40 | 41 | 39 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
