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Russia Weather in February

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

Thinking about venturing to Russia this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Russia in February

Russia has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Olenyok at -29°C (-20°F) to cold in Sochi at 9°C (48°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Sochi and -37°C (-35°F) in Olenyok . Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Russia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snowfall in Chita with an average of 4.5 mm (0.2 in) to high snowfall in Krasnaya Polyana with 139 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during February. Saint Petersburg receives roughly 53 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Russia by month

Best Places to Visit in Russia in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Russia.

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Russia?

Temperature range in Russia (February)

Precipitation variation in Russia (February)

Saint Petersburg

In February Saint Petersburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
21 hours
53 hours
124 hours
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Moscow

In February Moscow generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
71 hours
128 hours
Monthly snowfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Adler

In February Adler generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
96 hours
105 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Yekaterinburg

In February Yekaterinburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-7°C (19°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-17°C (1°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly sun hours
47 hours
94 hours
164 hours
Monthly snowfall
25 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Sochi

In February Sochi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
104 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Petersburg -2°C (28°F) -9°C (16°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Moscow -3°C (27°F) -10°C (14°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Adler 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Krasnodar 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Sevastopol 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Irkutsk -9°C (16°F) -21°C (-6°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Russia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Russia in February?

February in Russia brings poor weather. In Saint Petersburg, daytime temperatures are typically around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows hover near -9°C (16°F).

What is the average temperature in Russia in February?

Daytime temperatures in Saint Petersburg peak at roughly -2°C (28°F) in February, dropping to about -9°C (16°F) overnight.

Does Russia get a lot of snow in February?

February is on the drier side in Russia. Saint Petersburg averages only about 44 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Russia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Saint Petersburg, February may not be the ideal time to visit Russia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Saint Petersburg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Russia.

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