Climate Insights for Shemonaikha

The climate in Shemonaikha is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 698mm of precipitation falls per year. Shemonaikha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shemonaikha is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -19°C. Shemonaikha experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Shemonaikha has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°C and an average temperature of -14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Shemonaikha is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 698mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 87mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 39mm. That's 48mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Shemonaikha receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 248cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 58cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Shemonaikha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Shemonaikha, which began on June 21, 2026. Shemonaikha 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 July at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Shemonaikha is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -19°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shemonaikha 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.