Krasnodar Krai Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Krasnodar Krai, Russia in December.

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Planning a journey to Krasnodar Krai, Russia this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Krasnodar Krai in December

Krasnodar Krai, Russia is a region in Russia. December in Krasnodar Krai generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Estosadok to 11°C (52°F) in Sochi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Sochi and -5°C (23°F) in Estosadok.

For a closer look at conditions across Krasnodar Krai, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Dolzhanskaya with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Vardane with 163 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Adler experiences about 86 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Krasnodar Krai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Krasnodar Krai - and find the best time to visit. (based on Adler)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Krasnodar Krai in December

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

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 Krasnodar Krai

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

Temperature range in Krasnodar Krai (December)

Precipitation variation in Krasnodar Krai (December)

Adler

In December Adler generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
86 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Sochi

In December Sochi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
86 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Anapa

In December Anapa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
102 hours
60 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Gelendzhik

In December Gelendzhik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Krasnodar

In December Krasnodar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
56 hours
70 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Krasnodar Krai in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Adler 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Krasnodar 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Sochi 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Anapa 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Gelendzhik 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Lazarevskoye 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

Krasnodar Krai weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Krasnodar Krai, Russia in December?

December in Krasnodar Krai, Russia brings less favorable weather. In Adler, daytime temperatures are typically around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Krasnodar Krai, Russia in December?

Adler averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Krasnodar Krai, Russia get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Krasnodar Krai, Russia. Average rainfall in Adler sits around 146 mm (5.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Krasnodar Krai, Russia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Krasnodar Krai, Russia due to the typically less favorable weather in Adler.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide excellent weather in Adler. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be less favorable.

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