Minsk Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Minsk is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during the colder months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Minsk receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 741 mm (29 in) annually. Minsk offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month July (95 mm (3.7 in)) and the driest month March (46 mm (1.8 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Minsk Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Minsk serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Minsk.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 88%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 3 m/s (6 knots). It is lower in May, June, July, August and September and higher in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)