Climate Overview
The climate in Dikson Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -7°C and approximately 491mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 69mm of rainfall. Dikson Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -22°C. Dikson Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Dikson Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 10°C with a mean of 8°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°C and an average temperature of -20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Dikson Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 491mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 69mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 27mm. That's 42mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Dikson Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 273cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is October, with approximately 43cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Dikson Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Dikson Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Dikson 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 10°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -18 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 1 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 144mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -17 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 158mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 79cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -22 to -16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 99cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Dikson 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.
