Best Time to Visit Russia
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Russian Federation.
Russian Federation does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (19.5°C / 67.1°F) and February (35 mm / 1.4 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers November–May, while the wetter half runs through June–October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from -10°C / 14°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 35 mm / 1.4 in (February) to 75 mm / 3 in (July). Russian Federation's climate is broadly strongly continental. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Russian Federation can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 19.5°C67.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 17.5°C63.5°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
No month in Russian Federation fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Russian Federation?
Russian Federation doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~35 mm / 1.4 in) and July (warmest, 19.5°C / 67.1°F). Regional variation within Russian Federation can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Russian Federation?
The rainy season in Russian Federation runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 52 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is July, averaging 75 mm / 3 in.
What is the dry season in Russian Federation?
The drier half of the year in Russian Federation covers November–May, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 52 mm / 2 in. The driest single month is February with about 35 mm / 1.4 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Russian Federation?
The least comfortable months for travel in Russian Federation — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are Russian Federation's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 75 mm / 3 in in July, and temperatures bottom out at -10°C / 14°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Russian Federation?
Shoulder-season months in Russian Federation — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.