Climate Insights for Chelyabinsk
Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia
Climate Overview
The climate in Chelyabinsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 456 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 62 mm of rainfall. Chelyabinsk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -17°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 121cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Chelyabinsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 18 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 2.4 in of rainfall. Chelyabinsk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 1°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 48in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Chelyabinsk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 43°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 -17°C and an average temperature of -14°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 11°C shift in average temperatures.Chelyabinsk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 77°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to 1°F and an average temperature of 7°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 19°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chelyabinsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 456 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 62 mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 19 mm. That's 43 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 121cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 25cm.Chelyabinsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.4 in of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.7 in. That's 1.7 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 48in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Chelyabinsk is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Chelyabinsk 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 March, averaging 9mph, 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Chelyabinsk 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 61 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Chelyabinsk is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°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 Chelyabinsk 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 Chelyabinsk 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.