Climate Overview
The climate in Elista Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 314mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 37mm of rainfall. Elista Airport 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. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Elista Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Elista Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 314mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 37mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7mm. That's 30mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 46cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 13cm.
Wind
Elista Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 20km/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.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Elista Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Elista Airport 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 17 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Elista Airport is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Elista Airport 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.
