Kirov, Kirov Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kirov, Kirov Oblast gets 680 mm of precipitation a year over about 196 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -14°C).

Kirov climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Kirov, Kirov Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -8°C in January to 24°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and July to August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Kirov get?

Kirov gets 680 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 196 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 94% of Russia.

June is the wettest month, with 78 mm. February is the driest, with 36 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 23.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to April 25, 2023.

Kirov weather by month

Kirov weather in January

In January, Kirov averages a high of -8°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. The sun is out about 6% of daylight hours. The January record high is 4°C (2007) and the record low is -39°C (1987).

Kirov weather in February

In February, Kirov averages a high of -7°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The February record high is 6°C (2015) and the record low is -36°C (1976).

Kirov weather in March

In March, Kirov averages a high of 0°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 14°C (2007) and the record low is -31°C (2013).

Kirov weather in April

In April, Kirov averages a high of 9°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2000) and the record low is -19°C (2002).

Kirov weather in May

In May, Kirov averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2015) and the record low is -7°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kirov weather in June

In June, Kirov averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (2018).

Kirov weather in July

In July, Kirov averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (1986). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kirov weather in August

In August, Kirov averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is 0°C (2019). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kirov weather in September

In September, Kirov averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 30°C (1995) and the record low is -6°C (1996).

Kirov weather in October

In October, Kirov averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (1991) and the record low is -19°C (1976).

Kirov weather in November

In November, Kirov averages a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The November record high is 11°C (2013) and the record low is -31°C (1984).

Kirov weather in December

In December, Kirov averages a high of -7°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The December record high is 7°C (2008) and the record low is -45°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kirov

June is the sunniest month in Kirov, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 6%. Over the year the sun shines about 28% of daylight hours. Kirov is cloudier than 71% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 88% and is lowest in May at 58%.

Kirov has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Kirov is cooler than 54% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Kirov

The first fall freeze in Kirov typically comes around September 26, and the last spring freeze around May 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 137 days.

Kirov weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kirov station is 37°C, on July 30, 2010. The coldest is -45°C, on December 31, 1978.

The wettest day on record brought 81 mm of rain, on July 10, 2016.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Kirov

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -7°C and lows near -14°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 0°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January51 mm2383%6%-39°
February36 mm1880%16%-36°
March41 mm1670%30%14°-31°
April38 mm1260%37%26°-19°
May53 mm1258%38%33°-7°
June78 mm1461%50%34°-1°
July78 mm1268%46%37°
August71 mm1370%45%36°
September55 mm1476%35%30°-6°
October68 mm1880%18%23°-19°
November55 mm2088%10%11°-31°
December56 mm2385%10%-45°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kirov climate questions

How much rain does Kirov get?

Kirov gets 680 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 196 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kirov?

June is the wettest month in Kirov, with 78 mm. February is the driest, with 36 mm.

How many rainy days does Kirov have a year?

Kirov has about 196 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 23.

What is the hottest month in Kirov?

July is the warmest month in Kirov, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Kirov?

January is the coldest month in Kirov, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kirov?

The record high at the Kirov station is 37°C, set on July 30, 2010. The record low is -45°C, on December 31, 1978.

What is the sunniest month in Kirov?

June is the sunniest month in Kirov, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kirov?

The first fall freeze in Kirov typically comes around September 26. The last spring freeze is around May 12.

What is the best time to visit Kirov?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KIROV (1 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KIROV.