Climate Overview
The climate in Velikiy Ustyug is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 800mm of precipitation falls per year. Velikiy Ustyug receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Velikiy Ustyug 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 -13°C. Velikiy Ustyug experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Velikiy Ustyug vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Velikiy Ustyug is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 800mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 129mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 39mm. That's 89mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Velikiy Ustyug receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 257cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 51cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Velikiy Ustyug is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3km/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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
85 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Velikiy Ustyug, which began on June 21, 2026. Velikiy Ustyug 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -13°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 15°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 139mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 287mm for the season, averaging 96mm 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 -6 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 220mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Expect around 60cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -13 to -5°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 154mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Expect around 148cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 Velikiy Ustyug 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.
