Climate Insights for Orhei
Orhei District, Moldova
Climate Overview
The climate in Orhei is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 507 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 66 mm of rainfall. Orhei is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Orhei is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 20 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 2.6 in of rainfall. Orhei is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 23in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Orhei vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Orhei vary considerably across the year, with a 60°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 24°F and the daily average is 30°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Orhei is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 507 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 66 mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 27 mm. That's 38 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.Orhei is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2.6 in of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.1 in. That's 1.5 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 23in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 8in.
Wind
Orhei is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Orhei is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 7mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Orhei is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Orhei is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 24°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Orhei based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Orhei based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.