Kurgan, Kurgan Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kurgan, Kurgan Oblast gets 384 mm of precipitation a year over about 128 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -19°C).

Kurgan climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Kurgan, Kurgan Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -11°C in January to 26°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.

How much rain does Kurgan get?

Kurgan gets 384 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 52% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 60 mm. February is the driest, with 13 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to April 20, 2023.

Kurgan weather by month

Kurgan weather in January

In January, Kurgan averages a high of -12°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The January record high is 3°C (2007) and the record low is -45°C (1979).

Kurgan weather in February

In February, Kurgan averages a high of -9°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The February record high is 8°C (2016) and the record low is -42°C (1974).

Kurgan weather in March

In March, Kurgan averages a high of -1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (2009) and the record low is -41°C (1971).

Kurgan weather in April

In April, Kurgan averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2012) and the record low is -22°C (1987).

Kurgan weather in May

In May, Kurgan averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is -8°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kurgan weather in June

In June, Kurgan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (1994) and the record low is -3°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kurgan weather in July

In July, Kurgan averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1995) and the record low is 4°C (1972).

Kurgan weather in August

In August, Kurgan averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (1996). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kurgan weather in September

In September, Kurgan averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2003) and the record low is -8°C (2013). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kurgan weather in October

In October, Kurgan averages a high of 9°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (2018) and the record low is -25°C (1976).

Kurgan weather in November

In November, Kurgan averages a high of -2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The November record high is 14°C (2006) and the record low is -38°C (1998).

Kurgan weather in December

In December, Kurgan averages a high of -9°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The December record high is 6°C (2008) and the record low is -45°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kurgan

May is the sunniest month in Kurgan, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 39% of daylight hours. Kurgan is sunnier than 73% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 80% and is lowest in May at 46%.

Kurgan has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Kurgan is hotter than 81% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Kurgan

The first fall freeze in Kurgan typically comes around September 22, and the last spring freeze around May 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 127 days.

Kurgan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kurgan station is 38°C, on August 11, 2012. The coldest is -45°C, on January 1, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 57 mm of rain, on July 10, 2014.

45 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 Kurgan

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 -10°C and lows near -18°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 12°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -1°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January18 mm1377%22%-45°
February13 mm1177%26%-42°
March18 mm970%40%17°-41°
April22 mm854%45%31°-22°
May38 mm946%51%37°-8°
June51 mm1056%49%37°-3°
July60 mm1060%49%38°
August49 mm1165%51%38°-2°
September34 mm1166%44%34°-8°
October33 mm1169%34%24°-25°
November27 mm1280%27%14°-38°
December21 mm1480%26%-45°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kurgan climate questions

How much rain does Kurgan get?

Kurgan gets 384 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kurgan?

July is the wettest month in Kurgan, with 60 mm. February is the driest, with 13 mm.

How many rainy days does Kurgan have a year?

Kurgan has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Kurgan?

July is the warmest month in Kurgan, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Kurgan?

January is the coldest month in Kurgan, with an average low of -19°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kurgan?

The record high at the Kurgan station is 38°C, set on August 11, 2012. The record low is -45°C, on January 1, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Kurgan?

May is the sunniest month in Kurgan, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kurgan?

The first fall freeze in Kurgan typically comes around September 22. The last spring freeze is around May 18.

What is the best time to visit Kurgan?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KURGAN (4 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KURGAN.