Arkhangelsk Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Arkhangelsk is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -7°C (19°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -14°C (7°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Arkhangelsk receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 701 mm (28 in) annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less snowfall, with 37 mm (1.5 in) over 18 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Arkhangelsk Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 89%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year