Climate Insights for Krasnodar
Krasnodar Municipality, Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Climate Overview
The climate in Krasnodar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 590 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 76 mm of rainfall. Krasnodar 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 -1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 51cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Krasnodar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 56°F and approximately 23.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 3 in of rainfall. Krasnodar 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 30°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 20in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Krasnodar vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Krasnodar vary considerably across the year, with a 60°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 36°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Krasnodar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 590 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 76 mm of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 26 mm. That's 50 mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 51cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 21cm.Krasnodar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 3 in of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 in. That's 2 in less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 20in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 8in.
Wind
Krasnodar 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 February, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Krasnodar 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 February, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Krasnodar 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 49 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -1°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Krasnodar is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 30°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 Krasnodar 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 Krasnodar 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.