When planning a visit to Kalmykia in Russia, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 0°C (32°F) in January up to 33°C (91°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Elista, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Kalmykia, during the months of May and September you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) to 25°C (77°F).
July and August are generally the hottest months of the year. The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, November and December.
Precipitation in Kalmykia remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 46 mm (1.8 in) in May to 25 mm (1 in) in August.
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.
