Climate Overview
The climate in Russas is cold. The average annual temperature is -38°C and approximately 1mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 1mm of rainfall. Russas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Temperatures in Russas vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -26°C with a mean of -29°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -52°C and an average temperature of -50°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Russas is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 1mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 1mm of rainfall. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Russas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4km/h in winter, 3km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.
Seasons
16 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Russas, which began on June 21, 2026. Russas sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around -26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -52°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -44 to -26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -52 to -32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -44 to -26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -45 to -35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Russas 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. 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.
