Climate Insights for Salihorsk
Salihorsk District, Minsk Region, Belarus
Climate Overview
The climate in Salihorsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 708 mm of precipitation falls per year. Salihorsk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salihorsk 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Salihorsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 27.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Salihorsk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salihorsk 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 23°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 44in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Salihorsk vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Salihorsk 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 77°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 28°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Salihorsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 708 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 113 mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 40 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 111cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.Salihorsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.6 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 44in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Salihorsk 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 December, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap 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 16km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Salihorsk is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap 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 Salihorsk is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 57 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Salihorsk is during June and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Salihorsk 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 Salihorsk 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.