Stavropol Krai Weather in December

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

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Kislovodsk Pyatigorsk Essentuki Stavropol

Planning a journey to Stavropol 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 Stavropol Krai in December

Stavropol Krai, Russia is a region in Russia. December in Stavropol Krai generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Kislovodsk. In numerous regions in Russia, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Stavropol Krai, Russia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Budyonnovsk with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Stavropol with 51 mm (2 in).

Explore Stavropol Krai by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May17°C (63°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Stavropol Krai in December

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

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

Temperature range in Stavropol Krai (December)

Precipitation variation in Stavropol Krai (December)

Kislovodsk

In December Kislovodsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Pyatigorsk

In December Pyatigorsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Essentuki

In December Essentuki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Stavropol

In December Stavropol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
71 hours
87 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Mineralnye Vody

In December Mineralnye Vody generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 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 Stavropol Krai in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kislovodsk 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Pyatigorsk 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Essentuki 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Stavropol 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Mineralnye Vody 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Zheleznovodsk 4°C (39°F) -4°C (25°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Stavropol Krai weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Stavropol Krai, Russia brings poor weather. In Kislovodsk, daytime temperatures are typically around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows hover near -6°C (21°F).

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

Kislovodsk averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

Does Stavropol Krai, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Stavropol Krai, Russia. Kislovodsk averages only about 45 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Stavropol Krai, Russia due to the typically poor weather in Kislovodsk.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Kislovodsk. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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