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Smolensk weather in December (Smolensk Region, Russia)

Planning a trip to Smolensk in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Smolensk typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Smolensk in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 23 days of the month will see snowfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Smolensk. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Smolensk climate page with graphs.

 

Smolensk, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 76%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  

Where to go in Russia in December

Find out more about the weather in Russia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Smolensk in December?

Visitors traveling to Smolensk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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