Astrakhan, Astrakhan Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Astrakhan climate at a glance

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.

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. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 47% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 72 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January14 mm881%27%-18°14°-29°
February12 mm680%27%-18°17°-33°
March17 mm667%41%-15°24°-22°
April25 mm656%52%-10°31°-6°
May28 mm650%48%-7°36°
June26 mm642%57%-4°41°
July23 mm542%69%-3°41°10°
August17 mm341%76%-4°41°
September17 mm552%64%-7°38°-2°
October20 mm664%48%-10°30°-11°
November17 mm677%28%-13°22°-21°
December18 mm883%23%-16°13°-27°

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?

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 sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ASTRAKAN (7 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ASTRAKAN.