Saint Petersburg Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Saint Petersburg, Russia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Saint Petersburg receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 726 mm (29 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Saint Petersburg experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 80 mm (3.1 in) in August, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in March, the driest month.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 213 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 3°C (37°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Saint Petersburg Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Saint Petersburg's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Saint Petersburg spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Russia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Russia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Saint Petersburg vs World: Rainfall Compared
Saint Petersburg's average annual precipitation is 726 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Saint Petersburg's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Saint Petersburg Climate page.
