Climate of Russia — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Russian Federation. Part of Eastern Europe, Europe.
Located in Eastern Europe, Europe, Russian Federation has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -10°C / 14°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 620 mm / 24.4 in — driest in February (35 mm / 1.4 in), wettest in July (75 mm / 3 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10°C14°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| February | -9°C15.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| March | -4°C24.8°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| April | 4°C39.2°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 12°C53.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 19.5°C67.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| August | 17.5°C63.5°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| September | 11.5°C52.7°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| October | 4.5°C40.1°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | -2.5°C27.5°F | 52 mm2″ | Snowy |
| December | -8°C17.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Russian Federation?
Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 19.5°C / 67.1°F, and the driest is February at 35 mm / 1.4 in — likely your best travel window.
What is the climate of Russian Federation?
Russian Federation has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -10°C / 14°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 620 mm / 24.4 in, with the wettest month being July (75 mm / 3 in) and the driest February (35 mm / 1.4 in). Regional variation within Russian Federation can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Russian Federation?
The hottest month in Russian Federation is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Russian Federation?
The coldest month in Russian Federation is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -10°C / 14°F.
When does it rain most in Russian Federation?
The wettest month in Russian Federation is July, averaging about 75 mm / 3 in of rain. The driest is February with about 35 mm / 1.4 in.