Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Chisinau | Bucharest | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 4°C (39°F) | 6°C (43°F)▲ | Bucharest |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -4°C (25°F) | -3°C (27°F)▲ | Bucharest |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 6 days | 6 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 27 mm▲ | 34 mm | Chisinau |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 7h/day▲ | Bucharest |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | Tie |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bucharest edges ahead as the better destination in February. Bucharest offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Chisinau sees 6 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.
Chisinau is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Bucharest is cooler at 6°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in February. Bucharest receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Chisinau reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Bucharest averages 6°C (43°F) for the high and -3°C (27°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Chisinau receives approximately 27 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Bucharest sees 34 mm over 6 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 4°C, lows of -4°C, 6 rain days
Highs of 6°C, lows of -3°C, 6 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Chisinau | Bucharest | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 2°C | 7d | 3°C | 7d |
| Feb | 4°C | 6d | 6°C | 6d |
| Mar | 9°C | 8d | 11°C | 8d |
| Apr | 16°C | 9d | 17°C | 9d |
| May | 22°C | 11d | 23°C | 11d |
| Jun | 26°C | 10d | 26°C | 12d |
| Jul | 28°C | 9d | 29°C | 10d |
| Aug | 28°C | 7d | 29°C | 7d |
| Sep | 22°C | 7d | 23°C | 7d |
| Oct | 15°C | 6d | 17°C | 7d |
| Nov | 8°C | 6d | 10°C | 7d |
| Dec | 3°C | 7d | 4°C | 7d |
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