What’s the climate like in Russia?
The current climate in Russia features temperatures ranging from a high of 24°C to a low of -9°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 9°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -16°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Russia in recent years was 34°C in June 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -47°C in December 2020.
On average, Russia gets 569 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 173 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Russia is based on weather data from Moscow. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Russia to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Russia?
The best time to visit Russia for sunny weather is May through August. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Russia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Russia
The climate table of Russia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | -5 | -2 | 1 | 11 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 16 | 8 | -9 | -3 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -10 | -7 | -7 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 2 | -15 | -8 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 45 | 38 | 36 | 42 | 59 | 61 | 63 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 29 | 52 |
| Snow (cm) | 42 | 57 | 24 | 3,1 | 0,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3,7 | 8,8 | 33 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 9°C
- Highest temperature: 24°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: -9°C in November
- Precipitation*: 569 mm per year, averaging 47 mm per month
- Snowfall: 173 cm per year
- Driest months: 29 mm in November, 36 mm in March and 38 mm in February
- Wettest months: 63 mm in July, 61 mm in June and 59 mm in May
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Russia
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Russia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Russia
This graph shows how much rainfall Russia gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Russia
This graph shows how much snow Russia gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Russia
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Russia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Russia
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Russia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Russia
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Russia over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Russia
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Russia over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Russia
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Snowfall is common, so wear warm shoes. Gray skies can be a bit depressing. Perhaps ideal for cold weather enthusiasts, but not for me.— This text is automatically translated to English
While it snowed in the north, it was already melting in the middle and south. The days were mostly cloudy, but occasionally the sun shone through. Practical for layering.— This text is automatically translated to English
Great experience, but bring warm clothes for cold nights.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were quite warm, without unbearable heat. It rained several days, but that didn't hinder the vacation. Cloudplay and cool evenings were a bonus.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures were extremely low, often below zero. Ideal for lovers of winter, snow and ice. It's too cold for me!— This text is automatically translated to English
The snow and frost were unbearable, almost unbearable. Heating is as necessary as warm clothes. The only plus: the landscapes were breathtaking.— This text is automatically translated to English
Be prepared to shake things up a bit. Bright spot is the wonderful winter atmosphere.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures fluctuate during the day, but at night the mercury drops significantly. Bring warm clothing!— This text is automatically translated to English
It was enjoyable, but the unpredictable rain showers were less pleasant. The summer days, however, were mostly sunny.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Russia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Russia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
