Climate Insights for Bol’shoy Karay

, Saratovskaya Oblast, Russia

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-10°C low
Wettest
May
56mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bol’shoy Karay is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 531mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 56mm of rainfall. Bol’shoy Karay 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 -10°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 105cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -4° Average: -7° Min: -10° Feb Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -8° Mar Max: 4° Average: 0° Min: -5° Apr Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 4° May Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jun Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 15° Aug Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Sep Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° Oct Max: 12° Average: 8° Min: 3° Nov Max: 3° Average: 1° Min: -2° Dec Max: -2° Average: -4° Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min

Bol’shoy Karay has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 32mm Feb Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 14mm Apr Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 3mm May Precipitation: 56mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 36mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 11mm Dec Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 25mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bol’shoy Karay is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 531mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 56mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 29mm. That's 27mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 105cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 22km/h Apr Wind Speed: 21km/h May Wind Speed: 19km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 20km/h Dec Wind Speed: 21km/h
Wind Speed

Bol’shoy Karay is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 23km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bol’shoy Karay, which began on March 20, 2026. Bol’shoy Karay 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 August at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -5 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 125mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 12cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -10 to -2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 133mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 75cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -7°
Feb -5°
Mar
Apr 10°
May 15°
Jun 20°
Jul 22°
Aug 21°
Sep 15°
Oct
Nov
Dec -4°

The best time to visit Bol’shoy Karay is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 45mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°C. 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 Bol’shoy Karay 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-10 °C
-4 °C
23 km/h
50 mm
32 cm
Feb
-8 °C
-2 °C
23 km/h
42 mm
18 cm
Mar Current
-5 °C
4 °C
22 km/h
33 mm
14 cm
Apr
4 °C
15 °C
21 km/h
53 mm
3 cm
May
9 °C
21 °C
19 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
25 °C
17 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
27 °C
17 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Sep
8 °C
21 °C
18 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
12 °C
19 km/h
45 mm
1 cm
Nov
-2 °C
3 °C
20 km/h
51 mm
11 cm
Dec
-6 °C
-2 °C
21 km/h
42 mm
25 cm
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