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Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast?
Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast gets 233 mm of precipitation a year over about 71 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).
Semi-arid climate
Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 33°C in July. May is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -6° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 17° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 16° |
How much rain does Astrakhan get?
Astrakhan gets 233 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 91% of Russia.
May is the wettest month, with 28 mm. February is the driest, with 12 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 8.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to March 3, 2022.
Astrakhan weather by month
Astrakhan weather in January
In January, Astrakhan averages a high of 0°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (2007) and the record low is -29°C (1974).
Astrakhan weather in February
In February, Astrakhan averages a high of 2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 17°C (2017) and the record low is -33°C (2012).
Astrakhan weather in March
In March, Astrakhan averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2002) and the record low is -22°C (1985).
Astrakhan weather in April
In April, Astrakhan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (1998) and the record low is -6°C (1989). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Astrakhan weather in May
In May, Astrakhan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2014) and the record low is 0°C (1992).
Astrakhan weather in June
In June, Astrakhan averages a high of 30°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2015) and the record low is 6°C (2018).
Astrakhan weather in July
In July, Astrakhan averages a high of 33°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (1991) and the record low is 10°C (1973).
Astrakhan weather in August
In August, Astrakhan averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2007) and the record low is 7°C (1984).
Astrakhan weather in September
In September, Astrakhan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is -2°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Astrakhan weather in October
In October, Astrakhan averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 30°C (1999) and the record low is -11°C (1976).
Astrakhan weather in November
In November, Astrakhan averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (1998) and the record low is -21°C (1999).
Astrakhan weather in December
In December, Astrakhan averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 13°C (2010) and the record low is -27°C (1997).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Astrakhan
August is the sunniest month in Astrakhan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 23%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 47% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Astrakhan is sunnier than 93% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 83% and is lowest in August at 41%.
Astrakhan has about 35 days a year above 32°C. Astrakhan is hotter than 99% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Astrakhan
The first fall freeze in Astrakhan typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 197 days.
Astrakhan weather records
These records cover ASTRAKAN during 1970–2024. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Astrakhan station is 41°C, on July 1, 1991. The coldest is -33°C, on February 8, 2012.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 72 mm of precipitation, on August 13, 1999.
56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Astrakhan
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -6°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 19°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7° | 0° | 14 mm | 8 | 81% | 27% | 14° | -29° |
| February | -7° | 2° | 12 mm | 6 | 80% | 27% | 17° | -33° |
| March | -1° | 9° | 17 mm | 6 | 67% | 41% | 24° | -22° |
| April | 6° | 18° | 25 mm | 6 | 56% | 52% | 31° | -6° |
| May | 13° | 24° | 28 mm | 6 | 50% | 48% | 36° | 0° |
| June | 18° | 30° | 26 mm | 6 | 42% | 57% | 41° | 6° |
| July | 20° | 33° | 23 mm | 5 | 42% | 69% | 41° | 10° |
| August | 18° | 32° | 17 mm | 3 | 41% | 76% | 41° | 7° |
| September | 13° | 24° | 17 mm | 5 | 52% | 64% | 38° | -2° |
| October | 6° | 17° | 20 mm | 6 | 64% | 48% | 30° | -11° |
| November | 0° | 7° | 17 mm | 6 | 77% | 28% | 22° | -21° |
| December | -4° | 1° | 18 mm | 8 | 83% | 23% | 13° | -27° |
Station: ASTRAKAN, 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2024; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Astrakhan climate questions
How much rain does Astrakhan get?
Astrakhan gets 233 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Astrakhan?
May is the wettest month in Astrakhan, with 28 mm. February is the driest, with 12 mm.
How many rainy days does Astrakhan have a year?
Astrakhan has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 8.
What is the hottest month in Astrakhan?
July is the warmest month in Astrakhan, with an average high of 33°C.
What is the coldest month in Astrakhan?
January is the coldest month in Astrakhan, with an average low of -7°C.
What is the record high temperature in Astrakhan?
Within the available 1970–2024 station history, the record high at the Astrakhan station is 41°C, set on July 1, 1991. The record low is -33°C, on February 8, 2012.
What is the sunniest month in Astrakhan?
August is the sunniest month in Astrakhan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Astrakhan?
The first fall freeze in Astrakhan typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 5.
What is the best time to visit Astrakhan?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.