Weather in November in Russia
Planning a trip to Russia this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Russia in November?
In November, Russia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Olenyok at -23°C to mild in Sochi at 15°C. At night it cools down to 9°C in Sochi and -31°C in Olenyok . In numerous regions in Russia, November is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.For specific regional insights in Russia, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Chita with an average of 8.5 mm to high snowfall in Yakornaya Shchel with 148 mm.Average sunshine
Saint Petersburg experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 24 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor more details on the yearly climate, visit our Russia climate page.
Where to go in Russia in November
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in Russia?
Saint Petersburg
In November Saint Petersburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Moscow
In November Moscow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Adler
In November Adler generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Yekaterinburg
In November Yekaterinburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Sochi
In November Sochi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Russia.
Is November the best time to visit Russia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Saint Petersburg, November may not be the ideal time to visit Russia.
On average, the best time to visit Russia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Saint Petersburg. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Russia.
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