Orenburg, Orenburg Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Orenburg get?

Orenburg gets 356 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 122 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 58% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 45 mm. August is the driest, with 22 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 12 days, to September 23, 2021.

Orenburg weather by month

Orenburg weather in January

In January, Orenburg averages a high of -8°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The January record high is 3°C (2007) and the record low is -40°C (1972).

Orenburg weather in February

In February, Orenburg averages a high of -7°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The February record high is 4°C (2016) and the record low is -40°C (1994).

Orenburg weather in March

In March, Orenburg averages a high of 0°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The March record high is 19°C (2008) and the record low is -31°C (1983).

Orenburg weather in April

In April, Orenburg averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2012) and the record low is -19°C (2005).

Orenburg weather in May

In May, Orenburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orenburg weather in June

In June, Orenburg averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The June record high is 40°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (2007).

Orenburg weather in July

In July, Orenburg averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (1984) and the record low is 5°C (1978).

Orenburg weather in August

In August, Orenburg averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (1976) and the record low is -1°C (1976).

Orenburg weather in September

In September, Orenburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2017) and the record low is -5°C (1998). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orenburg weather in October

In October, Orenburg averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1999) and the record low is -19°C (1976).

Orenburg weather in November

In November, Orenburg averages a high of 1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The November record high is 16°C (2006) and the record low is -32°C (1998).

Orenburg weather in December

In December, Orenburg averages a high of -6°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (2008) and the record low is -37°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Orenburg

August is the sunniest month in Orenburg, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 41% of daylight hours. Orenburg is sunnier than 78% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in February at 83% and is lowest in August at 45%.

Orenburg has about 21 days a year above 32°C. Orenburg is hotter than 97% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Orenburg

The first fall freeze in Orenburg typically comes around September 29, and the last spring freeze around April 29. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 153 days.

Orenburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Orenburg station is 42°C, on July 10, 1984. The coldest is -40°C, on February 13, 1994.

The wettest day on record brought 100 mm of rain, on July 13, 2020.

49 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 Orenburg

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -7°C and lows near -15°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°C.

Orenburg climate questions

How much rain does Orenburg get?

Orenburg gets 356 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 122 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Orenburg?

July is the wettest month in Orenburg, with 45 mm. August is the driest, with 22 mm.

How many rainy days does Orenburg have a year?

Orenburg has about 122 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Orenburg?

July is the warmest month in Orenburg, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Orenburg?

January is the coldest month in Orenburg, with an average low of -16°C.

What is the record high temperature in Orenburg?

The record high at the Orenburg station is 42°C, set on July 10, 1984. The record low is -40°C, on February 13, 1994.

What is the sunniest month in Orenburg?

August is the sunniest month in Orenburg, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Orenburg?

The first fall freeze in Orenburg typically comes around September 29. The last spring freeze is around April 29.

What is the best time to visit Orenburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.