Climate Overview
The climate in Karachayevsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1289mm of precipitation falls per year. Karachayevsk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Karachayevsk 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Karachayevsk experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Karachayevsk vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Karachayevsk is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1289mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 204mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 49mm. That's 156mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Karachayevsk receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 205cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 51cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Karachayevsk is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Karachayevsk, which began on March 20, 2026. Karachayevsk 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 432mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 465mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 233mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Expect around 30cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 160mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 99cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Karachayevsk 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.
