Climate Insights for Terek

, Kabardino-Balkarskaya Respublika, Russia

Hottest
July
29°C peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low
Wettest
May
108mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Terek is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 662mm of precipitation falls per year. Terek receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Terek 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 102cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 2° Average: -1° Min: -4° Feb Max: 6° Average: 2° Min: -2° Mar Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 2° Apr Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 5° May Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 12° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jul Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Aug Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Sep Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Oct Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Nov Max: 8° Average: 4° Min: 1° Dec Max: 3° Average: 1° Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Terek vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 39mm Snow: 27mm Feb Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 71mm Snow: 14mm Apr Precipitation: 59mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 108mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 92mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 14mm Dec Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow

Terek is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 662mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 108mm of rainfall. June and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 31mm. That's 77mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 102cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Terek is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

88 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Terek, which began on June 21, 2026. Terek 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 2 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 238mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 201mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 1 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 107mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -1°
Feb
Mar
Apr 11°
May 17°
Jun 21°
Jul 24°
Aug 23°
Sep 18°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Terek is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 61mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°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 Terek 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
-4 °C
2 °C
2 km/h
39 mm
27 cm
Feb
-2 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
32 mm
17 cm
Mar
2 °C
11 °C
2 km/h
71 mm
14 cm
Apr
5 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
59 mm
2 cm
May
12 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
43 mm
6 cm
Nov
1 °C
8 °C
2 km/h
31 mm
14 cm
Dec
-2 °C
3 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
23 cm
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