Climate of Leningrad, Russia
Area-weighted average across Leningrad. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Leningrad, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -8.7°C / 16.3°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July, with rainfall from 32 mm / 1.3 in to 83 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (670 mm / 26.4 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8.7°C16.3°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Snowy |
| February | -8°C17.6°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | -3°C26.6°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| April | 3.2°C37.8°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 10°C50°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| June | 14.4°C57.9°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 16.7°C62.1°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| August | 14.9°C58.8°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| September | 9.7°C49.5°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| October | 4.2°C39.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | -1.6°C29.1°F | 62 mm2.4″ | Snowy |
| December | -5.8°C21.6°F | 55 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Leningrad?
Leningrad, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is February at 32 mm / 1.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Leningrad?
Leningrad, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -8.7°C / 16.3°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 670 mm / 26.4 in, with the wettest month being August (83 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest February (32 mm / 1.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Leningrad?
The hottest month in Leningrad is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Leningrad?
The coldest month in Leningrad is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -8.7°C / 16.3°F.
When does it rain most in Leningrad?
The wettest month in Leningrad is August, averaging about 83 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 32 mm / 1.3 in.