Climate of Altai Krai, Russia
Area-weighted average across Altai Krai. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Altai Krai, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -15.4°C / 4.3°F in January to 19.4°C / 66.9°F in July, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in to 68 mm / 2.7 in depending on the season (463 mm / 18.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -15.4°C4.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| February | -14.6°C5.7°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| March | -8.3°C17.1°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| April | 3.6°C38.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | — |
| May | 11.9°C53.4°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 17.4°C63.3°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| July | 19.4°C66.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| August | 16.7°C62.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 11°C51.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| October | 3.2°C37.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| November | -6.8°C19.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| December | -12.6°C9.3°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Altai Krai?
Altai Krai, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 19.4°C / 66.9°F, and the driest is March at 17 mm / 0.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Altai Krai?
Altai Krai, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -15.4°C / 4.3°F in January to 19.4°C / 66.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 463 mm / 18.2 in, with the wettest month being July (68 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest March (17 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Altai Krai?
The hottest month in Altai Krai is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.4°C / 66.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Altai Krai?
The coldest month in Altai Krai is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -15.4°C / 4.3°F.
When does it rain most in Altai Krai?
The wettest month in Altai Krai is July, averaging about 68 mm / 2.7 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 17 mm / 0.7 in.