Climate Insights for Kazan
городской округ Казань, Tatarstan, Russia
Climate Overview
The climate in Kazan is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 565 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kazan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kazan 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 -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 197cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Kazan is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 22.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Kazan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kazan 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 9°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 78in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Kazan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.Kazan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 68°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 9°F and the daily average is 14°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 16°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kazan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 565 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 47 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 37 mm. 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 197cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 50cm.Kazan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.5 in. 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 78in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 20in.
Wind
Kazan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Kazan is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kazan 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 47 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Kazan 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 1.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 Kazan 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 Kazan 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.