Krasnoyarsk Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Krasnoyarsk, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in July, while winters cool to -12°C (10°F) in January.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 552 mm (22 in), with August being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from December to April. The sunniest month is July, with 9.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Krasnoyarsk
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Krasnoyarsk. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -12°C (10°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to -22°C (-8°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Krasnoyarsk
Generally, Krasnoyarsk has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 552 mm (22 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Krasnoyarsk can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 22 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation spread across 15 snowy days days. For more details, please visit our Krasnoyarsk Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Krasnoyarsk
Krasnoyarsk can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Krasnoyarsk by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Krasnoyarsk.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 76%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 54%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Krasnoyarsk
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in February, July and August and higher in January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Krasnoyarsk 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Krasnoyarsk
During the months of June, July and August, Krasnoyarsk enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 25°C (77°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 63 mm (2.5 in) in June to 73 mm (2.9 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
