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Kuntsevo, Moscow Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kuntsevo, Moscow?
Kuntsevo, Moscow gets 698 mm of precipitation a year over about 172 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).
Humid continental climate
Kuntsevo, Moscow has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -4°C in January to 25°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | -3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 2° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 9° |
How much rain does Kuntsevo get?
Kuntsevo gets 698 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 172 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 82% of Russia.
August is the wettest month, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 36 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.
Kuntsevo weather by month
Kuntsevo weather in January
In January, Kuntsevo averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 8°C (2007) and the record low is -33°C (1979).
Kuntsevo weather in February
In February, Kuntsevo averages a high of -3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (1989) and the record low is -30°C (1976).
Kuntsevo weather in March
In March, Kuntsevo averages a high of 3°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2014) and the record low is -23°C (1987).
Kuntsevo weather in April
In April, Kuntsevo averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -13°C (1998).
Kuntsevo weather in May
In May, Kuntsevo averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2007) and the record low is -5°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kuntsevo weather in June
In June, Kuntsevo averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is 2°C (2008). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kuntsevo weather in July
In July, Kuntsevo averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (1986). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kuntsevo weather in August
In August, Kuntsevo averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1975).
Kuntsevo weather in September
In September, Kuntsevo averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 29°C (1992) and the record low is -5°C (1976).
Kuntsevo weather in October
In October, Kuntsevo averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 24°C (1999) and the record low is -12°C (2014).
Kuntsevo weather in November
In November, Kuntsevo averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 11% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2013) and the record low is -23°C (1984).
Kuntsevo weather in December
In December, Kuntsevo averages a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 9°C (2008) and the record low is -38°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kuntsevo
June is the sunniest month in Kuntsevo, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 9%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 31% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Kuntsevo is cloudier than 56% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in May at 58%.
Kuntsevo has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Kuntsevo is hotter than 68% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Kuntsevo
The first fall freeze in Kuntsevo typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around April 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 161 days.
Kuntsevo weather records
These records cover MOSCOW during 1970–2022. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Kuntsevo station is 38°C, on July 29, 2010. The coldest is -38°C, on December 31, 1978.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 88 mm of precipitation, on August 15, 2016.
43 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 Kuntsevo
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -3°C and lows near -8°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9° | -4° | 53 mm | 21 | 86% | 9% | 8° | -33° |
| February | -9° | -3° | 44 mm | 17 | 81% | 21% | 8° | -30° |
| March | -4° | 3° | 39 mm | 14 | 70% | 39% | 19° | -23° |
| April | 2° | 12° | 36 mm | 11 | 61% | 32% | 29° | -13° |
| May | 8° | 19° | 57 mm | 12 | 58% | 45% | 33° | -5° |
| June | 12° | 22° | 74 mm | 13 | 64% | 52% | 34° | 2° |
| July | 15° | 25° | 78 mm | 12 | 67% | 47% | 38° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 23° | 81 mm | 13 | 70% | 48% | 37° | 2° |
| September | 8° | 16° | 66 mm | 12 | 72% | 39% | 29° | -5° |
| October | 3° | 9° | 69 mm | 14 | 80% | 23% | 24° | -12° |
| November | -3° | 2° | 52 mm | 15 | 87% | 11% | 16° | -23° |
| December | -7° | -2° | 51 mm | 20 | 88% | 10% | 9° | -38° |
Station: MOSCOW, 17 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2022; 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.
Kuntsevo climate questions
How much rain does Kuntsevo get?
Kuntsevo gets 698 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 172 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kuntsevo?
August is the wettest month in Kuntsevo, with 81 mm. April is the driest, with 36 mm.
How many rainy days does Kuntsevo have a year?
Kuntsevo has about 172 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.
What is the hottest month in Kuntsevo?
July is the warmest month in Kuntsevo, with an average high of 25°C.
What is the coldest month in Kuntsevo?
January is the coldest month in Kuntsevo, with an average low of -9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kuntsevo?
Within the available 1970–2022 station history, the record high at the Kuntsevo station is 38°C, set on July 29, 2010. The record low is -38°C, on December 31, 1978.
What is the sunniest month in Kuntsevo?
June is the sunniest month in Kuntsevo, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Kuntsevo?
The first fall freeze in Kuntsevo typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around April 27.
What is the best time to visit Kuntsevo?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.