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Russia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Russia in August.

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Planning a trip to Russia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Russia in August

In August, Russia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Wrangel Island at 5°C (41°F) to very warm in Budyonnovsk at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Budyonnovsk and 1°C (34°F) in Wrangel Island.

To explore the conditions in Russia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Astrakhan with an average of 13 mm (0.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Khasaut-Grecheskoye with 197 mm (7.8 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Saint Petersburg typically receives 213 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Russia in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Russia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Russia?

Temperature range in Russia (August)

Precipitation variation in Russia (August)

Saint Petersburg

In August Saint Petersburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
213 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Saint Petersburg →

Moscow

In August Moscow generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
235 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Moscow →

Adler

In August Adler generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
281 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Adler →

Yekaterinburg

In August Yekaterinburg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
217 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Yekaterinburg →

Sochi

In August Sochi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
282 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sochi →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Russia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Petersburg 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Moscow 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Adler 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Krasnodar 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sevastopol 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Irkutsk 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Russia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Russia in August?

Russia typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Saint Petersburg average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Russia in August?

In Saint Petersburg, the average daytime high in August is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Russia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Russia. Saint Petersburg averages only about 80 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Russia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Russia with overall perfect weather in Saint Petersburg. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Saint Petersburg. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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