Climate Insights for Orsha
Orsha District, Vitsebsk Region, Belarus
Climate Overview
The climate in Orsha is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 749 mm of precipitation falls per year. Orsha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Orsha 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 -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 167cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Orsha is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 29.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Orsha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Orsha 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 20°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Orsha vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Orsha vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 65°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 20°F and the daily average is 25°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Orsha is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 749 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 111 mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 39 mm. That's 73 mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 167cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 41cm.Orsha is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.5 in. That's 2.9 in less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 66in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 16in.
Wind
Orsha is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, 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 5km/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, 11km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Orsha is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Orsha is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 68 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Orsha is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Orsha 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Orsha based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.