Coldest Cities in Moldova

Top 61 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Moldova

1 Briceni 63 46°F

2 Ocniţa 81 46°F

3 Edineţ 73 47°F

4 Donduşeni 70 47°F

5 Briceni 70 47°F

6 Otaci 81 47°F

7 Şoldăneşti 86 47°F

8 Soroca 87 47°F

9 Camenca 58 47°F

10 Drochia 71 47°F

11 Rezina 83 47°F

12 Rîbniţa 58 48°F

13 Rîşcani 84 48°F

14 Floreşti 75 48°F

15 Călăraşi 66 48°F

16 Bălţi 60 48°F

17 Glodeni 76 48°F

18 Fălești 74 48°F

19 Sîngerei 85 48°F

20 Bilicenii Vechi 85 48°F

21 Mîndreşti 91 48°F

22 Strășeni 89 49°F

23 Ştefan Vodă 88 49°F

24 Teleneşti 91 49°F

25 Dubăsari 58 49°F

26 Căuşeni 67 49°F

27 Pervomaisc 58 49°F

28 Orhei 82 49°F

29 Hînceşti 77 49°F

30 Dnestrovsc 58 49°F

31 Hryhoriopol 58 49°F

32 Blijnii Hutor 58 49°F

33 Bender 62 49°F

34 Slobozia 58 49°F

35 Tiraspol 58 49°F

36 Chiţcani 67 49°F

37 Criuleni 69 49°F

38 Durleşti 57 49°F

39 Anenii Noi 59 49°F

40 Cimişlia 68 50°F

41 Ialoveni 78 50°F

42 Codru 57 50°F

43 Iargara 65 50°F

44 Vadul lui Vodă 57 50°F

45 Chisinau 57 50°F

46 Cricova 57 50°F

47 Ciorescu 57 50°F

48 Stăuceni 57 50°F

49 Tvardița 90 50°F

50 Basarabeasca 61 50°F

51 Sîngera 57 50°F

52 Leova 79 50°F

53 Comrat 51 50°F

54 Ceadîr-Lunga 51 50°F

55 Congaz 51 51°F

56 Vulcăneşti 51 51°F

57 Taraclia 90 51°F

58 Nisporeni 80 54°F

59 Dancu 77 54°F

60 Ungheni 92 54°F

61 Cahul 64 56°F

The coldest cities in Moldova experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Briceni has an average annual temperature of just 46°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 46°F average, Briceni experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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