Climate of Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia
Area-weighted average across Krasnoyarsk Krai. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Krasnoyarsk Krai, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -30°C / -22°F in January to 12.1°C / 53.8°F in July, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 56 mm / 2.2 in depending on the season (387 mm / 15.2 in total across the year). See the 4 cities 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 | -30°C-22°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| February | -28.2°C-18.8°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | -21.2°C-6.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
| April | -12.6°C9.3°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| May | -3°C26.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| June | 6.9°C44.4°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| July | 12.1°C53.8°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| August | 9.2°C48.6°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 2.4°C36.3°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| October | -9.5°C14.9°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| November | -21.7°C-7.1°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -26.7°C-16.1°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Krasnoyarsk Krai?
Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.1°C / 53.8°F, and the driest is February at 16 mm / 0.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Krasnoyarsk Krai?
Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -30°C / -22°F in January to 12.1°C / 53.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 387 mm / 15.2 in, with the wettest month being August (56 mm / 2.2 in) and the driest February (16 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 Krasnoyarsk Krai?
The hottest month in Krasnoyarsk Krai is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.1°C / 53.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Krasnoyarsk Krai?
The coldest month in Krasnoyarsk Krai is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -30°C / -22°F.
When does it rain most in Krasnoyarsk Krai?
The wettest month in Krasnoyarsk Krai is August, averaging about 56 mm / 2.2 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.