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Cahul, Moldova
Cahul · Moldova
Cahul is a mid-size city in Cahul, Moldova with a population of 34,492. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cahul
Cahul is a city and municipality in southern Moldova. The city is the administrative center of Cahul District; it also administers one village, Cotihana. As of 2014 census, the city has a population of 30,018.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,492 |
| Population Density | 2,635 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.9046°, 28.1952° |
| Timezone | Europe/Chisinau |
| Country | 🇲🇩 Moldova |
| State / Province | Cahul |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.3 inches (515 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 27.6 inches (70 cm) |
About Cahul
Cahul is a mid-size city in Moldova (Cahul) with a population of 34,492. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Chisinau.
Climate in Cahul
Cahul has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 537 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above Moldova avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 13.1 sq mi (33.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,635/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9046°N, 28.1952°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Chisinau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in |
Cahul has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in February to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and October the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Cahul
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu State University | College | - | Visit → |
| Colegiu | College | - | , |
| Colegiul de Medicină din Cahul | College | - | Visit → |
| Colegiul Industrial-Pedagogic „Iulia Hașdeu” | College | - | Visit → |
| Facultatea de Economie, Inginerie și Științe Aplicate | University | - | , |
| Școala Profesională Nr. 2 | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Cahul
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gimnaziul „Alexandru Ioan Cuza“ | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Ion Creangă” | - | - | - | - |
| Centru de plasament model pentru copiii aflaţi în dificultate din Cahul | - | - | - | - |
| Școala de Arte Plastice din Cahul | - | - | - | - |
| Școala de Arte „Maria Cebotari” | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Serghei Rahmaninov” | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Profesională Nr. 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Sportivă Cahul | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul „Alecu Russo“ | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Mihai Eminescu” | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul „Mihail Kogălniceanu“ | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul „Alexei Mateevici“ | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Mihai Eminescu“ | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Primară - Grădiniță „Alecu Donici” | - | - | - | - |
| Școala Primară „Alexei Mateevici” | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Ioan Vodă” | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziul „M. Lomonosov“ | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnaziu (abandonat) | - | - | - | - |
| Piotr Rumeanțev Theoretical High School | - | - | - | - |
| Liceul Teoretic „Dimitrie Cantemir” | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cahul
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Marilena Galați (RO) | dance, etno | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Vibe FM România (RO) | clubbing, dance | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Cahul
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzeul de istorie și studiere a ținutului - orașul Vulcănești | ||||
| Muzeul Ținutului Cahul | ||||
| Roșcani Church Museum Collection |
Libraries in Cahul
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca pentru copii „Grigore Vieru” | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publică Raională Cahul „Andrei Ciurunga” | 0.0 | |||||
| Libraria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cahul
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piața Centrală |
Hotels in Cahul
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cahul
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cahul
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cahul
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cahul
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Cahul
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cahul
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cahul
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cahul
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cahul
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cahul
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cahul
16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cahul
16 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cahul
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cahul
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cahul International Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Zhovtneve Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerial Club Vădeni | - | Small Airport |
| Amicii Dabija Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baimaclia Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chervonoarmiis'ke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cahul
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Centru poștal | |
| Centrul de Poștă Cahul | |
| Oficiul Postal Rosu | |
| Posta Moldovei |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cahul
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Biserica | |
| Biserica | |
| Biserica | |
| Biserica "Sf. Dumitru" | |
| Biserica Adormirea Maicii Domnului | |
| Biserica Adventistă de ziua a saptea | |
| Biserica Sfântul Vasile | |
| Sala Regatului a Martorilor lui Iehova | |
| Seventh-day Adventist Christian Church - Emanuel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Moldova
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cahul
What is the population of Cahul?
Cahul has a population of 34,492 residents and is located in Moldova. The population density is 2,635 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cahul?
Cahul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 27.6 inches of snow.