Kamchatka Region Weather in December

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

Thinking about venturing to Kamchatka Region, Russia this December 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 Kamchatka Region in December

Kamchatka Region, Russia is a region in Russia. December in Kamchatka Region generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -8°C (18°F) in Yelizovo to -5°C (23°F) in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -11°C (12°F) in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy and -16°C (3°F) in Yelizovo. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snowfall in Yelizovo with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to high snowfall in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy with 122 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy gets roughly 93 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Kamchatka Region by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Kamchatka Region in December

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

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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 Kamchatka Region

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

Temperature range in Kamchatka Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Kamchatka Region (December)

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy

In December Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
93 hours
105 hours
Monthly snowfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Yelizovo

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

November
December
January
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-17°C (1°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
93 hours
105 hours
Monthly snowfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy -5°C (23°F) -11°C (12°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Yelizovo -8°C (18°F) -16°C (3°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Kamchatka Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Kamchatka Region, Russia generally has poor weather conditions. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy sees daytime temperatures near -5°C (23°F), with nights cooling to roughly -11°C (12°F).

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

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy averages a daytime maximum of -5°C (23°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -11°C (12°F).

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

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy typically receives notable snowfall in December, about 122 mm (4.8 in) on average across Kamchatka Region, Russia.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, December may not be the ideal time to visit Kamchatka Region, Russia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly tolerable weather in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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