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Murmansk, Murmansk Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Murmansk, Murmansk?
Murmansk, Murmansk gets 518 mm of precipitation a year over about 200 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 18°C) and January the coldest (average low -13°C).
Subarctic climate
Murmansk, Murmansk has mild summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -7°C in January to 18°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically July, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -12° | -6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -3° | 3° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 8° | 16° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -1° | 4° |
How much rain does Murmansk get?
Murmansk gets 518 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 200 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 95% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 66 mm. February is the driest, with 24 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to July 29, 2024.
Murmansk weather by month
Murmansk weather in January
In January, Murmansk averages a high of -7°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 6°C (2006) and the record low is -39°C (1985).
Murmansk weather in February
In February, Murmansk averages a high of -6°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 7°C (2004) and the record low is -35°C (1976).
Murmansk weather in March
In March, Murmansk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 8°C (2007) and the record low is -29°C (1977).
Murmansk weather in April
In April, Murmansk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 18°C (2016) and the record low is -21°C (1987).
Murmansk weather in May
In May, Murmansk averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 29°C (2013) and the record low is -11°C (1981).
Murmansk weather in June
In June, Murmansk averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 31°C (1974) and the record low is -2°C (1982).
Murmansk weather in July
In July, Murmansk averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 33°C (1972) and the record low is 2°C (1986). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Murmansk weather in August
In August, Murmansk averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 30°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (1984).
Murmansk weather in September
In September, Murmansk averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 23°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (1993).
Murmansk weather in October
In October, Murmansk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 15°C (2005) and the record low is -15°C (2014).
Murmansk weather in November
In November, Murmansk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 12°C (2024) and the record low is -31°C (2002).
Murmansk weather in December
In December, Murmansk averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 12% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 7°C (1997) and the record low is -35°C (1995).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Murmansk
June is the sunniest month in Murmansk, with estimated sunshine of 32% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 12%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 22% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Murmansk is cloudier than 92% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in October at 88% and is lowest in May at 63%.
First and last freeze in Murmansk
The first fall freeze in Murmansk typically comes around September 26, and the last spring freeze around May 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 122 days.
Murmansk weather records
These records cover MURMANSK during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Murmansk station is 33°C, on July 9, 1972. The coldest is -39°C, on January 6, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 56 mm of precipitation, on August 1, 1977.
44 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 Murmansk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically July, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -6°C and lows near -12°C.
Spring (March–May) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -3°C.
Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 8°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near 0°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13° | -7° | 34 mm | 19 | 86% | 17% | 6° | -39° |
| February | -12° | -6° | 24 mm | 17 | 83% | 14% | 7° | -35° |
| March | -8° | -2° | 28 mm | 16 | 78% | 24% | 8° | -29° |
| April | -3° | 3° | 27 mm | 15 | 69% | 26% | 18° | -21° |
| May | 2° | 8° | 37 mm | 15 | 63% | 27% | 29° | -11° |
| June | 6° | 14° | 55 mm | 15 | 66% | 32% | 31° | -2° |
| July | 9° | 18° | 66 mm | 16 | 72% | 31% | 33° | 2° |
| August | 8° | 16° | 65 mm | 16 | 75% | 30% | 30° | -2° |
| September | 5° | 11° | 54 mm | 16 | 82% | 22% | 23° | -4° |
| October | -1° | 3° | 56 mm | 18 | 88% | 18% | 15° | -15° |
| November | -6° | -2° | 35 mm | 18 | 88% | 14% | 12° | -31° |
| December | -9° | -4° | 37 mm | 20 | 86% | 12% | 7° | -35° |
Station: MURMANSK, 2 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.
Murmansk climate questions
How much rain does Murmansk get?
Murmansk gets 518 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 200 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Murmansk?
July is the wettest month in Murmansk, with 66 mm. February is the driest, with 24 mm.
How many rainy days does Murmansk have a year?
Murmansk has about 200 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Murmansk?
July is the warmest month in Murmansk, with an average high of 18°C.
What is the coldest month in Murmansk?
January is the coldest month in Murmansk, with an average low of -13°C.
What is the record high temperature in Murmansk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Murmansk station is 33°C, set on July 9, 1972. The record low is -39°C, on January 6, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Murmansk?
June is the sunniest month in Murmansk, with estimated sunshine of 32% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Murmansk?
The first fall freeze in Murmansk typically comes around September 26. The last spring freeze is around May 27.
What is the best time to visit Murmansk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically July, when daytime highs sit near 18°C.