Elista, Kalmykiya Republic Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Elista get?

Elista gets 387 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 105 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 71% of Russia.

May is the wettest month, with 47 mm. February is the driest, with 22 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to February 1, 2023.

Elista weather by month

Elista weather in January

In January, Elista averages a high of -1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (2007) and the record low is -32°C (1973).

Elista weather in February

In February, Elista averages a high of 0°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (1990) and the record low is -31°C (1977).

Elista weather in March

In March, Elista averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2001) and the record low is -21°C (1985).

Elista weather in April

In April, Elista averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1970) and the record low is -9°C (1987).

Elista weather in May

In May, Elista averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2007) and the record low is -1°C (1988).

Elista weather in June

In June, Elista averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The June record high is 40°C (2012) and the record low is 4°C (2003).

Elista weather in July

In July, Elista averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The July record high is 43°C (2011) and the record low is 8°C (1973).

Elista weather in August

In August, Elista averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2006) and the record low is 7°C (1974).

Elista weather in September

In September, Elista averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is -3°C (1973). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Elista weather in October

In October, Elista averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (1999) and the record low is -14°C (1976).

Elista weather in November

In November, Elista averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (1992) and the record low is -21°C (1993).

Elista weather in December

In December, Elista averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1982) and the record low is -28°C (1997).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Elista

August is the sunniest month in Elista, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Elista is sunnier than 83% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in August at 35%.

Elista has about 32 days a year above 32°C. Elista is hotter than 98% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Elista

The first fall freeze in Elista typically comes around October 20, and the last spring freeze around April 6. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 197 days.

Elista weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Elista station is 43°C, on July 30, 2011. The coldest is -32°C, on January 21, 1973.

The wettest day on record brought 71 mm of rain, on September 9, 1974.

53 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 Elista

The most comfortable time to visit is typically September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 0°C and lows near -6°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 6°C.

Elista climate questions

How much rain does Elista get?

Elista gets 387 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 105 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Elista?

May is the wettest month in Elista, with 47 mm. February is the driest, with 22 mm.

How many rainy days does Elista have a year?

Elista has about 105 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Elista?

July is the warmest month in Elista, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Elista?

January is the coldest month in Elista, with an average low of -6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Elista?

The record high at the Elista station is 43°C, set on July 30, 2011. The record low is -32°C, on January 21, 1973.

What is the sunniest month in Elista?

August is the sunniest month in Elista, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Elista?

The first fall freeze in Elista typically comes around October 20. The last spring freeze is around April 6.

What is the best time to visit Elista?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.