Weather in December in Irkutsk Region
Considering a trip to Irkutsk Region this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Irkutsk Region in December?
Irkutsk Region is a region in Russia. Irkutsk Region has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect very cold temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -16°C in Ust'-Ilimsk to -7°C in Listvyanka. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -13°C in Listvyanka and -25°C in Ust'-Ilimsk. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Sakhyurta with an average of 13 mm to moderate snowfall in Baykalsk with 34 mm.Average sunshine
The city Irkutsk usually sees around 65 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For specific regional insights in Irkutsk Region for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Irkutsk Region climate page.
Where to go in Irkutsk Region in December
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Irkutsk Region?
Irkutsk
In December Irkutsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -21°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Listvyanka
In December Listvyanka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Khuzhir
In December Khuzhir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Baykalsk
In December Baykalsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Sakhyurta
In December Sakhyurta generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -18°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Irkutsk Region?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Irkutsk Region with often poor weather in Irkutsk.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly perfect weather in Irkutsk. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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