Chelyabinsk Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in December.

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Chelyabinsk Magnitogorsk Turgoyak Zlatoust

Planning a trip to Chelyabinsk Region, Russia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Chelyabinsk Region in December

Chelyabinsk Region, Russia is a region in Russia. December in Chelyabinsk Region generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -7°C (19°F) and nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) in Chelyabinsk. In many regions in Russia, December is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Chelyabinsk Region, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Yuzhnoural'sk with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to moderate snowfall in Zlatoust with 31 mm (1.2 in).

Explore Chelyabinsk Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chelyabinsk Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chelyabinsk)

January-9°C (16°F) February-8°C (18°F) March0°C (32°F) April11°C (52°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune24°C (75°F) July26°C (79°F) August23°C (73°F) September17°C (63°F) October9°C (48°F) November-1°C (30°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chelyabinsk Region in December

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

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 Chelyabinsk Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia?

Temperature range in Chelyabinsk Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Chelyabinsk Region (December)

Chelyabinsk

In December Chelyabinsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C (19°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Magnitogorsk

In December Magnitogorsk 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Magnitogorsk →

Turgoyak

In December Turgoyak 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Zlatoust

In December Zlatoust generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C (18°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zlatoust →

Troitsk

In December Troitsk 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chelyabinsk Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chelyabinsk -7°C (19°F) -15°C (5°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Magnitogorsk -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Turgoyak -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Zlatoust -8°C (18°F) -16°C (3°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Troitsk -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Yuzhnoural'sk -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 25 mm (1 in)

Chelyabinsk Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in December?

Chelyabinsk Region, Russia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Chelyabinsk average around -7°C (19°F), and temperatures drop to about -15°C (5°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia in December?

Chelyabinsk averages a daytime maximum of -7°C (19°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -15°C (5°F).

Does Chelyabinsk Region, Russia get a lot of snow in December?

December is on the drier side in Chelyabinsk Region, Russia. Chelyabinsk averages only about 26 mm (1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Chelyabinsk Region, Russia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Chelyabinsk, December may not be the ideal time to visit Chelyabinsk Region, Russia.

On average, the best time to visit Chelyabinsk Region, Russia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Chelyabinsk. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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