Climate of Murmansk, Russia
Area-weighted average across Murmansk. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Murmansk, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -12.3°C / 9.9°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July, with rainfall from 24 mm / 0.9 in to 63 mm / 2.5 in depending on the season (499 mm / 19.6 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 | -12.3°C9.9°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| February | -11.9°C10.6°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| March | -7.7°C18.1°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| April | -3.3°C26.1°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| May | 2.5°C36.5°F | 36 mm1.4″ | — |
| June | 8.9°C48°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| July | 12.3°C54.1°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| August | 10.2°C50.4°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| September | 6.1°C43°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| October | 0.1°C32.2°F | 50 mm2″ | Snowy |
| November | -6.2°C20.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| December | -9.9°C14.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Murmansk?
Murmansk, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 12.3°C / 54.1°F, and the driest is February at 24 mm / 0.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Murmansk?
Murmansk, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -12.3°C / 9.9°F in January to 12.3°C / 54.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 499 mm / 19.6 in, with the wettest month being July (63 mm / 2.5 in) and the driest February (24 mm / 0.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Murmansk?
The hottest month in Murmansk is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.3°C / 54.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Murmansk?
The coldest month in Murmansk is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -12.3°C / 9.9°F.
When does it rain most in Murmansk?
The wettest month in Murmansk is July, averaging about 63 mm / 2.5 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 24 mm / 0.9 in.