Chita, Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Chita get?

Chita gets 345 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 78 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 88% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to November 5, 2023.

Chita weather by month

Chita weather in January

In January, Chita averages a high of -17°C and a low of -31°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The January record high is 1°C (1974) and the record low is -46°C (1980).

Chita weather in February

In February, Chita averages a high of -9°C and a low of -26°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 7°C (2023) and the record low is -47°C (2001).

Chita weather in March

In March, Chita averages a high of 0°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -39°C (1977).

Chita weather in April

In April, Chita averages a high of 9°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2014) and the record low is -29°C (1977).

Chita weather in May

In May, Chita averages a high of 18°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (1974) and the record low is -12°C (1979). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chita weather in June

In June, Chita averages a high of 25°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is -3°C (1999). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chita weather in July

In July, Chita averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1977) and the record low is 0°C (1984).

Chita weather in August

In August, Chita averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2005) and the record low is -3°C (2017). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chita weather in September

In September, Chita averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2007) and the record low is -11°C (2011). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chita weather in October

In October, Chita averages a high of 7°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2010) and the record low is -33°C (1976).

Chita weather in November

In November, Chita averages a high of -6°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The November record high is 13°C (1988) and the record low is -41°C (1979).

Chita weather in December

In December, Chita averages a high of -16°C and a low of -27°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The December record high is 5°C (2013) and the record low is -44°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chita

December is the sunniest month in Chita, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 49% of daylight hours. Chita is sunnier than 97% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 72% and is lowest in April at 37%.

Chita has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Chita is hotter than 68% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Chita

The first fall freeze in Chita typically comes around September 10, and the last spring freeze around May 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 105 days.

Chita weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chita station is 39°C, on June 26, 2010. The coldest is -47°C, on February 4, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 106 mm of rain, on July 10, 2025.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Chita

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -14°C and lows near -28°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -6°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -7°C.

Chita climate questions

How much rain does Chita get?

Chita gets 345 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 78 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chita?

July is the wettest month in Chita, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Chita have a year?

Chita has about 78 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Chita?

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

What is the coldest month in Chita?

January is the coldest month in Chita, with an average low of -31°C.

What is the record high temperature in Chita?

The record high at the Chita station is 39°C, set on June 26, 2010. The record low is -47°C, on February 4, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Chita?

December is the sunniest month in Chita, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Chita?

The first fall freeze in Chita typically comes around September 10. The last spring freeze is around May 28.

What is the best time to visit Chita?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.