Climate Insights for Svetlyy Yar

, Volgograd Oblast, Russia

Hottest
July
32°C peak
Coldest
January
-7°C low
Wettest
May
60mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Svetlyy Yar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 372mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 60mm of rainfall. Svetlyy Yar 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 -7°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -2° Average: -4° Min: -7° Feb Max: 1° Average: -2° Min: -6° Mar Max: 7° Average: 3° Min: -2° Apr Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 5° May Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jul Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 19° Aug Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 17° Sep Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° Oct Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 5° Nov Max: 4° Average: 1° Min: -3° Dec Max: -1° Average: -3° Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min

Svetlyy Yar has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°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: 34mm Snow: 24mm Feb Precipitation: 39mm Snow: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 15mm Apr Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 36mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 37mm Snow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow

Svetlyy Yar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 372mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 60mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 8mm. That's 52mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.

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: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Svetlyy Yar 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 February, 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

85 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Svetlyy Yar, which began on June 21, 2026. Svetlyy Yar 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -7°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. 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 17 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -3 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Expect around 6cm 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 -7 to 1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 68cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -4°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr 11°
May 18°
Jun 24°
Jul 26°
Aug 25°
Sep 17°
Oct 10°
Nov
Dec -3°

The best time to visit Svetlyy Yar is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 28mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Svetlyy Yar 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
-7 °C
-2 °C
4 km/h
34 mm
24 cm
Feb
-6 °C
1 °C
4 km/h
39 mm
21 cm
Mar
-2 °C
7 °C
4 km/h
38 mm
15 cm
Apr
5 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Oct
5 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
32 mm
1 cm
Nov
-3 °C
4 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
5 cm
Dec
-6 °C
-1 °C
4 km/h
37 mm
22 cm
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