Bucharest vs Chisinau

Bucharest and Chisinau are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Bucharest sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Chisinau is also comfortable at 22°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May.

Bucharest reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Chisinau averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Bucharest receives approximately 71 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Chisinau sees 54 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.