Magnitogorsk, Chelyabinsk Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Magnitogorsk, Chelyabinsk gets 258 mm of precipitation a year over about 80 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and January the coldest (average low -20°C).

Magnitogorsk climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Magnitogorsk, Chelyabinsk has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -11°C in January to 25°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 Magnitogorsk get?

Magnitogorsk gets 258 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 80 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 86% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 43 mm. March is the driest, with 13 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 8.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to February 5, 2023.

Magnitogorsk weather by month

Magnitogorsk weather in January

In January, Magnitogorsk averages a high of -11°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The January record high is 3°C (2007) and the record low is -41°C (1979).

Magnitogorsk weather in February

In February, Magnitogorsk averages a high of -9°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 4°C (2016) and the record low is -39°C (1977).

Magnitogorsk weather in March

In March, Magnitogorsk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (2009) and the record low is -35°C (1971).

Magnitogorsk weather in April

In April, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 11°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is -20°C (1979).

Magnitogorsk weather in May

In May, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2021) and the record low is -9°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Magnitogorsk weather in June

In June, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (1998) and the record low is -6°C (1982). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Magnitogorsk weather in July

In July, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2023) and the record low is 3°C (2020).

Magnitogorsk weather in August

In August, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1976) and the record low is 0°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Magnitogorsk weather in September

In September, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2022) and the record low is -8°C (2008). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Magnitogorsk weather in October

In October, Magnitogorsk averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (1999) and the record low is -21°C (1979).

Magnitogorsk weather in November

In November, Magnitogorsk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The November record high is 16°C (2008) and the record low is -35°C (1998).

Magnitogorsk weather in December

In December, Magnitogorsk averages a high of -8°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The December record high is 11°C (1973) and the record low is -37°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Magnitogorsk

May is the sunniest month in Magnitogorsk, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 40% of daylight hours. Magnitogorsk is sunnier than 77% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in May at 42%.

Magnitogorsk has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Magnitogorsk is hotter than 73% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Magnitogorsk

The first fall freeze in Magnitogorsk typically comes around September 19, and the last spring freeze around May 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 123 days.

Magnitogorsk weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Magnitogorsk station is 38°C, on June 22, 1998. The coldest is -41°C, on January 1, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 66 mm of rain, on July 31, 2013.

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

The best time to visit Magnitogorsk

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 -9°C and lows near -19°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -3°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January15 mm876%29%-41°
February14 mm776%29%-39°
March13 mm670%39%17°-35°
April20 mm554%43%30°-20°
May24 mm642%53%35°-9°
June24 mm751%47%38°-6°
July43 mm855%47%38°
August37 mm656%53%38°
September18 mm664%48%35°-8°
October16 mm766%35%24°-21°
November19 mm776%29%16°-35°
December16 mm878%33%11°-37°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Magnitogorsk climate questions

How much rain does Magnitogorsk get?

Magnitogorsk gets 258 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 80 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Magnitogorsk?

July is the wettest month in Magnitogorsk, with 43 mm. March is the driest, with 13 mm.

How many rainy days does Magnitogorsk have a year?

Magnitogorsk has about 80 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 8.

What is the hottest month in Magnitogorsk?

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

What is the coldest month in Magnitogorsk?

January is the coldest month in Magnitogorsk, with an average low of -20°C.

What is the record high temperature in Magnitogorsk?

The record high at the Magnitogorsk station is 38°C, set on June 22, 1998. The record low is -41°C, on January 1, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Magnitogorsk?

May is the sunniest month in Magnitogorsk, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Magnitogorsk?

The first fall freeze in Magnitogorsk typically comes around September 19. The last spring freeze is around May 19.

What is the best time to visit Magnitogorsk?

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 MAGNITOGORSK (7 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station MAGNITOGORSK.