Climate Overview
The climate in Sarukhan is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1148mm of precipitation falls per year. Sarukhan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sarukhan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Sarukhan experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sarukhan vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sarukhan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1148mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 150mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 52mm. That's 98mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Sarukhan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 279cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 74cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Sarukhan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Sarukhan, which began on March 20, 2026. Sarukhan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 381mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 236mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Expect around 37cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -9 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 162mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Expect around 117cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sarukhan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.