Climate Insights for Polyarnyy

, Murmansk Oblast, Russia

Hottest
July
19°C peak
Coldest
January
-14°C low
Wettest
August
86mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Polyarnyy is cold. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 651mm of precipitation falls per year. Polyarnyy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Polyarnyy 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, March, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Polyarnyy experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -7° Average: -11° Min: -14° Feb Max: -5° Average: -7° Min: -10° Mar Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -8° Apr Max: 3° Average: 0° Min: -4° May Max: 9° Average: 6° Min: 2° Jun Max: 12° Average: 9° Min: 5° Jul Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 10° Aug Max: 15° Average: 12° Min: 8° Sep Max: 11° Average: 8° Min: 5° Oct Max: 4° Average: 2° Min: 0° Nov Max: -1° Average: -3° Min: -4° Dec Max: -3° Average: -6° Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Polyarnyy vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 38mm Feb Precipitation: 39mm Snow: 37mm Mar Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 40mm Apr Precipitation: 49mm Snow: 39mm May Precipitation: 64mm Snow: 21mm Jun Precipitation: 81mm Snow: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 86mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 67mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 17mm Nov Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 30mm Dec Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 41mm
Precipitation
Snow

Polyarnyy is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 651mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 54mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 86mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 39mm. That's 46mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Polyarnyy receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 270cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 41cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Polyarnyy 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 March, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Polyarnyy, which began on June 21, 2026. Polyarnyy 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 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -8 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 155mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. 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 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 219mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 154mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Expect around 48cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -14 to -3°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Expect around 116cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -11°
Feb -7°
Mar -5°
Apr
May
Jun
Jul 15°
Aug 12°
Sep
Oct
Nov -3°
Dec -6°

The best time to visit Polyarnyy is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 52mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -14°C. 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 Polyarnyy 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-14 °C
-7 °C
4 km/h
40 mm
38 cm
Feb
-10 °C
-5 °C
4 km/h
39 mm
37 cm
Mar
-8 °C
-2 °C
4 km/h
41 mm
40 cm
Apr
-4 °C
3 °C
4 km/h
49 mm
39 cm
May
2 °C
9 °C
4 km/h
64 mm
21 cm
Jun Current
5 °C
12 °C
3 km/h
81 mm
6 cm
Jul
10 °C
19 °C
3 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Aug
8 °C
15 °C
3 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Sep
5 °C
11 °C
4 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Oct
0 °C
4 °C
3 km/h
44 mm
17 cm
Nov
-4 °C
-1 °C
4 km/h
43 mm
30 cm
Dec
-8 °C
-3 °C
4 km/h
44 mm
41 cm
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