Climate of Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia
Area-weighted average across Chukotka Autonomous Okrug. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -26.7°C / -16.1°F in February to 10.2°C / 50.4°F in July, with rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in to 51 mm / 2 in depending on the season (326 mm / 12.8 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 | -26.2°C-15.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -26.7°C-16.1°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
| March | -24.4°C-11.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| April | -16.3°C2.7°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| May | -3.5°C25.7°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| June | 6.9°C44.4°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| July | 10.2°C50.4°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| August | 7.5°C45.5°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| September | 1.3°C34.3°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| October | -10.1°C13.8°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| November | -20.3°C-4.5°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| December | -26.3°C-15.3°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Chukotka Autonomous Okrug?
Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 10.2°C / 50.4°F, and the driest is March at 15 mm / 0.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Chukotka Autonomous Okrug?
Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -26.7°C / -16.1°F in February to 10.2°C / 50.4°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 326 mm / 12.8 in, with the wettest month being August (51 mm / 2 in) and the driest March (15 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug?
The hottest month in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.2°C / 50.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug?
The coldest month in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug is February, with an area-wide average temperature of -26.7°C / -16.1°F.
When does it rain most in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug?
The wettest month in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug is August, averaging about 51 mm / 2 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 15 mm / 0.6 in.