Climate Overview
The climate in Anadyr is cold. The average annual temperature is -4°C and approximately 585mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 96mm of rainfall. Anadyr 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -21°C. Anadyr experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Anadyr vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 13°C with a mean of 11°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -21°C and an average temperature of -19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Anadyr is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 585mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 96mm of rainfall. November and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 25mm. That's 70mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Anadyr receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 311cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 54cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Anadyr is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Anadyr, which began on June 21, 2026. Anadyr 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 July at around 13°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -17 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 89mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 136mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -11 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 214mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Expect around 83cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -21 to -13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Expect around 145cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Anadyr 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.
