Biysk, Altai Krai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Biysk, Altai Krai gets 540 mm of precipitation a year over about 149 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low -22°C).

Biysk climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Biysk, Altai Krai has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -11°C in January to 27°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 Biysk get?

Biysk gets 540 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 65% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 70 mm. February is the driest, with 24 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to October 30, 2021.

Biysk weather by month

Biysk weather in January

In January, Biysk averages a high of -11°C and a low of -22°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The January record high is 7°C (1983) and the record low is -52°C (2001).

Biysk weather in February

In February, Biysk averages a high of -7°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The February record high is 10°C (1978) and the record low is -46°C (1974).

Biysk weather in March

In March, Biysk averages a high of 1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (1989) and the record low is -43°C (1971).

Biysk weather in April

In April, Biysk averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (1997) and the record low is -25°C (2001).

Biysk weather in May

In May, Biysk averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (1980) and the record low is -8°C (2017). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Biysk weather in June

In June, Biysk averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2023) and the record low is -1°C (2014). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Biysk weather in July

In July, Biysk averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (1992) and the record low is 1°C (1971).

Biysk weather in August

In August, Biysk averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is -1°C (1982). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Biysk weather in September

In September, Biysk averages a high of 18°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is -7°C (2004). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Biysk weather in October

In October, Biysk averages a high of 10°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1997) and the record low is -24°C (1976).

Biysk weather in November

In November, Biysk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (1978) and the record low is -44°C (1987).

Biysk weather in December

In December, Biysk averages a high of -8°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The December record high is 11°C (1989) and the record low is -47°C (2012).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Biysk

August is the sunniest month in Biysk, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Biysk is sunnier than 68% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in January at 78% and is lowest in May at 44%.

Biysk has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Biysk is hotter than 74% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Biysk

The first fall freeze in Biysk typically comes around September 24, and the last spring freeze around May 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 128 days.

Biysk weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Biysk station is 39°C, on July 15, 1992. The coldest is -52°C, on January 6, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 60 mm of rain, on June 18, 1970.

47 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 Biysk

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 -20°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 26°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January30 mm1478%24%-52°
February24 mm1075%31%10°-46°
March26 mm1171%28%17°-43°
April40 mm1156%46%34°-25°
May57 mm1244%47%37°-8°
June55 mm1154%44%37°-1°
July70 mm1357%47%39°
August53 mm1160%49%39°-1°
September42 mm1163%41%37°-7°
October49 mm1370%34%28°-24°
November53 mm1676%25%19°-44°
December41 mm1677%24%11°-47°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Biysk climate questions

How much rain does Biysk get?

Biysk gets 540 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Biysk?

July is the wettest month in Biysk, with 70 mm. February is the driest, with 24 mm.

How many rainy days does Biysk have a year?

Biysk has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Biysk?

July is the warmest month in Biysk, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Biysk?

January is the coldest month in Biysk, with an average low of -22°C.

What is the record high temperature in Biysk?

The record high at the Biysk station is 39°C, set on July 15, 1992. The record low is -52°C, on January 6, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Biysk?

August is the sunniest month in Biysk, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Biysk?

The first fall freeze in Biysk typically comes around September 24. The last spring freeze is around May 19.

What is the best time to visit Biysk?

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 BIJSK ZONALNAJA (23 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station BIJSK ZONALNAJA.