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Wrangel Island Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Wrangel Island.
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Climate overview of Wrangel Island
Wrangel Island, Altaysky Kray, Russia, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) in July, while winters cool to -21°C (-6°F) in January.
With around 282 mm (11 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Wrangel Island has a fairly dry climate. However, it has very little rainfall for most of the year, with cold summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is August, while March sees the least rain. The sunniest month is April, with 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Wrangel Island Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Wrangel Island - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Wrangel Island
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from chilly to very cold in Wrangel Island. Average daytime temperatures reach a chilly 6°C (43°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -21°C (-6°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 1°C (34°F) in July to -25°C (-13°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Wrangel Island
Wrangel Island has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 282 mm (11 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Wrangel Island can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 42 mm (1.7 in) of precipitation over 27 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 12 mm (0.5 in) of precipitation spread across 9 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Wrangel Island 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 Wrangel Island
Wrangel Island can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of April under a blue sky, with approximately 8.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Wrangel Island
Compared with the rest of the year, the most comfortable conditions in Wrangel Island are usually found in June. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
very cold
Apr
very cold
May
very cold
Jun
mixed
Jul
cold
Aug
cold
Sep
cold
Oct
very cold
Nov
very cold
Dec
very cold
- Best overall: June
- Warmest weather: June, July and August
- Most sunshine: April
- Fewest rainy days: February, March, April and May
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall for most of the year, with cold summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -25°C (-13°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Wrangel Island
What is the best time to visit Wrangel Island?
June typically offers the most optimal weather in Wrangel Island. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Wrangel Island has very little rainfall for most of the year, with cold summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Wrangel Island?
Daytime highs range from -21°C (-6°F) in January to 6°C (43°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -25°C (-13°F) to 1°C (34°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Wrangel Island get?
Annual rainfall is around 282 mm (11 in). August is the wettest month with 42 mm (1.7 in), while March is the driest with 12 mm (0.5 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.
How sunny is Wrangel Island?
Wrangel Island receives around 1,433 hours of sunshine per year. April is the sunniest month with 267 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 0 hours.
Wrangel Island 3-Day Forecast
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