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Chita, Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Chita, Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray?
Chita, Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray gets 345 mm of precipitation a year over about 78 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low -31°C).
Humid continental climate
Chita, Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -17°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 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -28° | -14° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -6° | 9° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 25° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -7° | 6° |
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. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 49% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover CHITA during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 106 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -31° | -17° | 2.8 mm | 4 | 69% | 56% | 1° | -46° |
| February | -26° | -9° | 1.8 mm | 3 | 63% | 57% | 7° | -47° |
| March | -16° | 0° | 3.6 mm | 3 | 45% | 51% | 21° | -39° |
| April | -5° | 9° | 12 mm | 3 | 37% | 47% | 29° | -29° |
| May | 2° | 18° | 27 mm | 7 | 38% | 44% | 34° | -12° |
| June | 9° | 25° | 59 mm | 10 | 55% | 42% | 39° | -3° |
| July | 13° | 27° | 91 mm | 12 | 64% | 38% | 38° | 0° |
| August | 10° | 24° | 87 mm | 12 | 69% | 40% | 36° | -3° |
| September | 3° | 17° | 41 mm | 9 | 67% | 42% | 31° | -11° |
| October | -6° | 7° | 9.4 mm | 4 | 61% | 55% | 23° | -33° |
| November | -18° | -6° | 5.1 mm | 5 | 72% | 50% | 13° | -41° |
| December | -27° | -16° | 5.1 mm | 6 | 69% | 63% | 5° | -44° |
Station: CHITA, 5 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.