Barnaul, Altai Krai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Barnaul, Altai Krai gets 440 mm of precipitation a year over about 148 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -21°C).

Barnaul climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Barnaul, Altai Krai has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -11°C in January to 26°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Barnaul get?

Barnaul gets 440 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 148 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 64% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 72 mm. February is the driest, with 18 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to March 22, 2022.

Barnaul weather by month

Barnaul weather in January

In January, Barnaul averages a high of -11°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (1997) and the record low is -48°C (2001).

Barnaul weather in February

In February, Barnaul averages a high of -8°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 7°C (1983) and the record low is -41°C (1976).

Barnaul weather in March

In March, Barnaul averages a high of 0°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (1989) and the record low is -36°C (1971).

Barnaul weather in April

In April, Barnaul averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1997) and the record low is -28°C (1987).

Barnaul weather in May

In May, Barnaul averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (1980) and the record low is -9°C (2000). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barnaul weather in June

In June, Barnaul averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is -1°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barnaul weather in July

In July, Barnaul averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1974) and the record low is 3°C (1988).

Barnaul weather in August

In August, Barnaul averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 1°C (2007). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barnaul weather in September

In September, Barnaul averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2022) and the record low is -8°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Barnaul weather in October

In October, Barnaul averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1971) and the record low is -27°C (1976).

Barnaul weather in November

In November, Barnaul averages a high of -2°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2017) and the record low is -39°C (1987).

Barnaul weather in December

In December, Barnaul averages a high of -9°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The December record high is 6°C (2013) and the record low is -44°C (2012).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Barnaul

August is the sunniest month in Barnaul, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Barnaul is sunnier than 64% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 78% and is lowest in May at 43%.

Barnaul has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Barnaul is hotter than 62% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Barnaul

The first fall freeze in Barnaul typically comes around September 22, and the last spring freeze around May 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 131 days.

Barnaul weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Barnaul station is 38°C, on August 11, 2002. The coldest is -48°C, on January 6, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 99 mm of rain, on July 31, 2022.

54 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Barnaul

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -19°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near -2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January23 mm1576%18%-48°
February18 mm1274%29%-41°
March19 mm1172%27%17°-36°
April28 mm955%46%32°-28°
May40 mm1143%47%37°-9°
June54 mm1156%47%37°-1°
July72 mm1365%49%38°
August44 mm1168%50%38°
September36 mm1167%42%34°-8°
October35 mm1272%34%27°-27°
November40 mm1578%21%17°-39°
December32 mm1878%17%-44°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Barnaul climate questions

How much rain does Barnaul get?

Barnaul gets 440 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 148 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Barnaul?

July is the wettest month in Barnaul, with 72 mm. February is the driest, with 18 mm.

How many rainy days does Barnaul have a year?

Barnaul has about 148 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Barnaul?

July is the warmest month in Barnaul, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Barnaul?

January is the coldest month in Barnaul, with an average low of -21°C.

What is the record high temperature in Barnaul?

The record high at the Barnaul station is 38°C, set on August 11, 2002. The record low is -48°C, on January 6, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Barnaul?

August is the sunniest month in Barnaul, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Barnaul?

The first fall freeze in Barnaul typically comes around September 22. The last spring freeze is around May 14.

What is the best time to visit Barnaul?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station BARNAUL (16 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station BARNAUL.