January weather forecast
Moldova

January in Moldova is typically the coldest month of the year, characterized by a stark winter atmosphere. During this month, the average temperature ranges from -4°C (24.8°F) to 0°C (32°F). However, the weather can sometimes get harsh, particularly in the northern regions such as Bălți, where temperatures can drop to -10°C (14°F). It's noteworthy that the southern region, including the capital city, Chișinău, experiences slightly milder temperatures than the north.

Snow is a common feature of Moldovan winters and January is no exception, with snowfall occurring regularly throughout the month. The average precipitation in January is approximately 40mm (1.57"), with the majority falling as snow. This often results in picturesque, snow-covered landscapes across the country.

In comparison to December, January is generally colder and sees a marginal increase in snowfall. The daylight hours are also at their shortest in January, often contributing to the chill in the air. Looking forward to February, the weather conditions remain relatively similar, but with a slight increase in daylight hours and temperature as the country begins its transition towards spring.

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• Chisinau - January »
  In Chisinau, in January, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 91mm (3.58") of snow. With an average relative humidity of 87%, January is the most humid month in Chisinau, Moldova.
• Tiraspol - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Tiraspol is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow. The month with the most snowfall in Tiraspol is January, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow.
• Balti - January »
  In Balti, in January, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 81mm (3.19") of snow. In Balti, during January, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of snow.
• Cahul - January »
  In Cahul in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 51mm (2.01") of snow. In Cahul in January, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 51mm (2.01") of snow.
• Ungheni - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Ungheni are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. The months with the lowest UV index in Ungheni are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
• Soroca - January »
  In Soroca, in January, during 13.8 snowfall days, 109mm (4.29") of snow is typically accumulated. In Soroca in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Dubasari - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Dubasari is January, when snow falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of snow. In Dubasari during January, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Comrat - January »
  In Comrat, in January, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 78mm (3.07") of snow. January in Comrat, Moldova brings cold days, with the temperatures plummeting to -4.7°C (23.5°F) towards nightfall.
• Straseni - January »
  In Straseni, in January, during 8.8 snowfall days, 77mm (3.03") of snow is typically accumulated. January is the month when Straseni sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 0°C (32°F) and a low of -5.3°C (22.5°F).