Irkutsk weather in February (Irkutsk Region, Russia)

How is the weather in Irkutsk in February? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In February, Irkutsk typically experiences very low temperatures and low snowfall. February falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -9°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -21°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Irkutsk in February usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Snow is expected on roughly 8 days.

The city usually sees around 150 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Irkutsk. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Irkutsk climate page with graphs.

 

Irkutsk, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 150 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in February

Find out more about the weather in Russia in February and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Irkutsk in February?

Visitors traveling to Irkutsk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in February.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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