Climate of Saint Petersburg, Russia
Area-weighted average across Saint Petersburg. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Saint Petersburg, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -7.1°C / 19.2°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in to 80 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (640 mm / 25.2 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 | -7.1°C19.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| February | -7°C19.4°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| March | -2.1°C28.2°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Snowy |
| April | 4.2°C39.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 39 mm1.5″ | — |
| June | 15.1°C59.2°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| August | 15.7°C60.3°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| September | 10.6°C51.1°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| October | 5.2°C41.4°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | -0.6°C30.9°F | 58 mm2.3″ | Snowy |
| December | -4.7°C23.5°F | 51 mm2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.3°C / 63.1°F, and the driest is February at 31 mm / 1.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Saint Petersburg?
Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -7.1°C / 19.2°F in January to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 640 mm / 25.2 in, with the wettest month being August (80 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest February (31 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Saint Petersburg?
The hottest month in Saint Petersburg is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Saint Petersburg?
The coldest month in Saint Petersburg is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -7.1°C / 19.2°F.
When does it rain most in Saint Petersburg?
The wettest month in Saint Petersburg is August, averaging about 80 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 31 mm / 1.2 in.