Climate Insights for Samara

Samara Oblast, Russia

Hottest
July
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
January
-13°C low8°F low
Wettest
June
56 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Samara is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 508 mm of precipitation falls per year. Samara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Samara 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 173cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Samara is cool. The average annual temperature is 43°F and approximately 20 in of precipitation falls per year. Samara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Samara 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 8°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 68in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -7°Average: -10°Min: -13°FebMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -12°MarMax: 2°Average: -2°Min: -6°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°MayMax: 20°Average: 15°Min: 8°JunMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 12°JulMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 15°AugMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 14°SepMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 8°OctMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 2°NovMax: 1°Average: -1°Min: -4°DecMax: -5°Average: -8°Min: -11°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 20°FAverage: 14°FMin: 8°FFebMax: 22°FAverage: 17°FMin: 11°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 28°FMin: 21°FAprMax: 56°FAverage: 47°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 59°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 65°FAverage: 56°FMin: 46°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 44°FMin: 36°FNovMax: 34°FAverage: 30°FMin: 25°FDecMax: 22°FAverage: 18°FMin: 13°F
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Samara has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Samara has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 73°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 8°F and the daily average is 14°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 19°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 47mmFebPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 37mmMarPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 24mmAprPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 4mmNovPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 20mmDecPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 38mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2inSnow (in): 18inFebPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 15inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 10inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 15in
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Samara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 508 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 56 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 30 mm. That's 26 mm less than June, the wettest month. 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 173cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 47cm.Samara is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.2 in. That's 1 in less than June, the wettest month. 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 68in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 18in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Samara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Samara is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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

Jan-10°14°F
Feb-8°17°F
Mar-2°28°F
Apr8°47°F
May15°59°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul22°71°F
Aug21°69°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct7°44°F
Nov-1°30°F
Dec-8°18°F

The best time to visit Samara is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 40 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 Samara is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.6 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 Samara 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 Samara 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-13 °C8 °F
-7 °C20 °F
13 km/h8 mph
50 mm2 in
47 cm18 in
Feb
-12 °C11 °F
-5 °C22 °F
13 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
37 cm15 in
Mar
-6 °C21 °F
2 °C35 °F
13 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
24 cm10 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
13 °C56 °F
13 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.5 in
3 cm1 in
May
8 °C46 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
15 °C59 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
26 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
8 °C46 °F
18 °C65 °F
11 km/h7 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
2 °C36 °F
11 °C51 °F
12 km/h8 mph
46 mm1.8 in
4 cm1 in
Nov
-4 °C25 °F
1 °C34 °F
13 km/h8 mph
46 mm1.8 in
20 cm8 in
Dec
-11 °C13 °F
-5 °C22 °F
12 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
38 cm15 in