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Kansk, Krasnoyarsk Krai Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kansk, Krasnoyarsk Krai?
Kansk, Krasnoyarsk Krai gets 288 mm of precipitation a year over about 91 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -27°C).
Subarctic climate
Kansk, Krasnoyarsk Krai has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -16°C in January to 26°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -24° | -13° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -6° | 8° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 10° | 24° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -6° | 5° |
How much rain does Kansk get?
Kansk gets 288 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 91 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 80% of Russia.
August is the wettest month, with 54 mm. February is the driest, with 7 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 10.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 13 days, to May 29, 2022.
Kansk weather by month
Kansk weather in January
In January, Kansk averages a high of -16°C and a low of -27°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 6°C (2002) and the record low is -49°C (2001).
Kansk weather in February
In February, Kansk averages a high of -11°C and a low of -23°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (2017) and the record low is -48°C (1971).
Kansk weather in March
In March, Kansk averages a high of -1°C and a low of -15°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2008) and the record low is -46°C (1971).
Kansk weather in April
In April, Kansk averages a high of 9°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (2020) and the record low is -29°C (1984).
Kansk weather in May
In May, Kansk averages a high of 17°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2004) and the record low is -9°C (2019).
Kansk weather in June
In June, Kansk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2025) and the record low is -3°C (1992). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kansk weather in July
In July, Kansk averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 2°C (1988). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kansk weather in August
In August, Kansk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (1996) and the record low is -3°C (2006).
Kansk weather in September
In September, Kansk averages a high of 15°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 32°C (2010) and the record low is -13°C (1977).
Kansk weather in October
In October, Kansk averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 25°C (2010) and the record low is -32°C (1974).
Kansk weather in November
In November, Kansk averages a high of -6°C and a low of -15°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -39°C (2016).
Kansk weather in December
In December, Kansk averages a high of -13°C and a low of -23°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 7°C (2013) and the record low is -48°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kansk
June is the sunniest month in Kansk, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 18%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 32% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Kansk is cloudier than 51% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in May at 45%.
Kansk has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Kansk is cooler than 72% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Kansk
The first fall freeze in Kansk typically comes around September 11, and the last spring freeze around May 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 110 days.
Kansk weather records
These records cover KANSK during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Kansk station is 38°C, on August 11, 1996. The coldest is -49°C, on January 6, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 100 mm of precipitation, on June 8, 1993.
34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Kansk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -13°C and lows near -24°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -6°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -27° | -16° | 8.9 mm | 8 | 76% | 24% | 6° | -49° |
| February | -23° | -11° | 7.1 mm | 6 | 76% | 30% | 8° | -48° |
| March | -15° | -1° | 7.1 mm | 5 | 61% | 26% | 19° | -46° |
| April | -4° | 9° | 14 mm | 6 | 48% | 34% | 32° | -29° |
| May | 2° | 17° | 26 mm | 8 | 45% | 41% | 34° | -9° |
| June | 9° | 23° | 39 mm | 7 | 59% | 43% | 37° | -3° |
| July | 12° | 26° | 45 mm | 7 | 68% | 37% | 38° | 2° |
| August | 9° | 23° | 54 mm | 8 | 74% | 42% | 38° | -3° |
| September | 2° | 15° | 35 mm | 9 | 76% | 33% | 32° | -13° |
| October | -4° | 6° | 18 mm | 8 | 73% | 31% | 25° | -32° |
| November | -15° | -6° | 17 mm | 10 | 75% | 25% | 14° | -39° |
| December | -23° | -13° | 16 mm | 10 | 78% | 18% | 7° | -48° |
Station: KANSK, 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.
Kansk climate questions
How much rain does Kansk get?
Kansk gets 288 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 91 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kansk?
August is the wettest month in Kansk, with 54 mm. February is the driest, with 7 mm.
How many rainy days does Kansk have a year?
Kansk has about 91 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 10.
What is the hottest month in Kansk?
July is the warmest month in Kansk, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Kansk?
January is the coldest month in Kansk, with an average low of -27°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kansk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Kansk station is 38°C, set on August 11, 1996. The record low is -49°C, on January 6, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Kansk?
June is the sunniest month in Kansk, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Kansk?
The first fall freeze in Kansk typically comes around September 11. The last spring freeze is around May 24.
What is the best time to visit Kansk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July, when daytime highs sit near 25°C.