Climate in Belarus

Belarus has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -24°C in the coldest regions to highs of 30°C in the warmest areas. Annual precipitation ranges from 109mm in drier regions to 378mm in wetter parts of the country. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 322cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are hot year-round while the coldest regions remain very cold, making Belarus a country of sharp climate contrasts.

Temperature patterns across Belarus vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The North is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 30°C and an annual average of 27°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Northeast, where winter lows drop to -24°C and an annual average of -17°C. This 44°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Belarus they visit. Regional temperature differences remain relatively consistent across seasons, with around 49°C of variation in both summer and winter. For example, Polotsk in the Vitebsk Oblast averages 27°C annually, while Vitebsk in the Vitebsk Oblast averages -17°C.

Belarus sees notable variation in rainfall across its regions, ranging from 109mm to 378mm per year. The Northeast receives the most rainfall, at approximately 378mm annually. The Southwest is the driest, with around 109mm per year. Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly across the seasons, with no strong wet or dry period in most regions. The Northeast sees the most snowfall, with up to 322cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Visitors heading to wetter areas can expect more frequent rain than those staying in drier parts of the country.