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Arkhangelsk Climate by Month

Arkhangelsk experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to very cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Arkhangelsk is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -7°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -14°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Arkhangelsk receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 701 mm annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives moderate rainfall, averaging 86 mm of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snowfall, with 37 mm over 18 snowy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Arkhangelsk. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Arkhangelsk in Russia

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Arkhangelsk?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Arkhangelsk?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Arkhangelsk?
    August tops the wettest month list with 86 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Arkhangelsk?
    February is the driest month with 37 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Arkhangelsk?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 302 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Arkhangelsk

    Fri   Dec 13
    -8°C | -12°C
    NW 11 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    -8°C | -15°C
    NW 7 km/h
    3 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    -12°C | -18°C
    S 4 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain