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Elista Climate by Month

The temperature in Elista can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to very cold. It's weather is marked by below-average rain/snowfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to very cold in Elista. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -6°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Elista has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 431 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Elista experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 46 mm in May, the wettest month, and 26 mm in August, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Elista can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Elista in Russia

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Elista?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Elista?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Elista?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Elista?
    May tops the wettest month list with 46 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Elista?
    August is the driest month with 26 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Elista?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 328 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Elista

    Thu   Nov 21
    10°C | 4°C
    SE 32 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    10°C | 4°C
    NW 22 km/h
    0.2 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    12°C | 4°C
    SE 32 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain