October weather forecast
Chisinau, Moldova

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The Kishinev Cathedral in Chisinau, Moldova, beautifully surrounded by trees
The Kishinev Cathedral in Chisinau, Moldova, beautifully surrounded by trees

Weather in October

By the time October comes around, autumn is fully established in Chisinau. There's a consistent, significant drop in temperatures from September. While the changing leaves add a touch of color to the city, the cooler temperatures require warmer clothing. The daylight hours diminish continually, a noticeable shift from the long summer days. October presents an opportunity to experience a different perspective of Chisinau, as it embraces the autumn season.

Temperature

Chisinau's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F) in September to a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F). In the month of October, Chisinau witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

Humidity

In Chisinau, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

Rainfall

In Chisinau, during October, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.6 rainfall days, and 283mm (11.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Chisinau.

Daylight

In Chisinau, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of October in Chisinau, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:44 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 16:49 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Chisinau, Moldova, is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Chisinau is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Chisinau?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 15.3°C (59.5°F) and 7°C (44.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Chisinau?

In Chisinau, Moldova, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Chisinau?

In Chisinau, in October, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Chisinau?

May through October are months without snowfall in Chisinau.

Does it snow in Chisinau in October?

In Chisinau, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Chisinau?

In Chisinau, Moldova, the average day length in October is 10h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Chisinau?

On the first day of October in Chisinau, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:44 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 16:49 EET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Chisinau?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Chisinau, Moldova, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Chisinau have in October?

In Chisinau, Moldova, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Chisinau?

In Chisinau, Moldova, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average temperature in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average pressure in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average pressure in October: 1020.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average wind speed in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average humidity in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average rainfall in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average rainfall in October: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average rainfall days in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average snowfall in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (91mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average snowfall days in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average sunshine days in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average UV index in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average cloud cover in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in October
Chisinau, Moldova

Average visibility in October - Chisinau, Moldova
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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