Climate Overview
The climate in Chokurdakh is cold. The average annual temperature is -11°C and approximately 205mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 39mm of rainfall. Chokurdakh is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -37°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 83cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Chokurdakh has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 52°C from the coldest to warmest months. June is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 10°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -37°C and an average temperature of -34°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chokurdakh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 205mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 39mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 4mm. That's 35mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 83cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.
Wind
Chokurdakh is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 19km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Chokurdakh, which began on March 20, 2026. Chokurdakh 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 June at around 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -37°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -29 to 0°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 23mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 15°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -24 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 75mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Expect around 44cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -37 to -28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 20mm for the entire season. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chokurdakh 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.