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Orsk, Orenburg Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Orsk, Orenburg Oblast?
Orsk, Orenburg Oblast gets 226 mm of precipitation a year over about 78 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low -18°C).
Humid continental climate
Orsk, Orenburg Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -10°C in January to 27°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 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -17° | -9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -2° | 10° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 26° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -1° | 9° |
How much rain does Orsk get?
Orsk gets 226 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 78 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 88% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 29 mm. September is the driest, with 12 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to October 11, 2024.
Orsk weather by month
Orsk weather in January
In January, Orsk averages a high of -10°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 6°C (1998) and the record low is -36°C (1990).
Orsk weather in February
In February, Orsk averages a high of -9°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 4°C (2016) and the record low is -38°C (1994).
Orsk weather in March
In March, Orsk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -29°C (1971).
Orsk weather in April
In April, Orsk averages a high of 11°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -20°C (1998).
Orsk weather in May
In May, Orsk averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 35°C (1980) and the record low is -5°C (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Orsk weather in June
In June, Orsk averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is -2°C (1992). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Orsk weather in July
In July, Orsk averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 40°C (1984) and the record low is 1°C (1990).
Orsk weather in August
In August, Orsk averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (1999) and the record low is 0°C (1977). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Orsk weather in September
In September, Orsk averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2017) and the record low is -4°C (2019). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Orsk weather in October
In October, Orsk averages a high of 11°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (1999) and the record low is -16°C (1976).
Orsk weather in November
In November, Orsk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -33°C (1998).
Orsk weather in December
In December, Orsk averages a high of -8°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 4°C (2001) and the record low is -38°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Orsk
August is the sunniest month in Orsk, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 17%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 41% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Orsk is sunnier than 78% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in February at 82% and is lowest in June at 45%.
Orsk has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Orsk is hotter than 88% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Orsk
The first fall freeze in Orsk typically comes around September 29, and the last spring freeze around May 4. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 148 days.
Orsk weather records
These records cover AKJAR during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Orsk station is 40°C, on July 11, 1984. The coldest is -38°C, on February 13, 1994.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 96 mm of precipitation, on August 14, 1987.
25 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Orsk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -17°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 12°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -1°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -18° | -10° | 19 mm | 11 | 81% | 17% | 6° | -36° |
| February | -18° | -9° | 17 mm | 8 | 82% | 21% | 4° | -38° |
| March | -12° | -2° | 16 mm | 6 | 79% | 34% | 14° | -29° |
| April | -1° | 11° | 20 mm | 6 | 61% | 43% | 28° | -20° |
| May | 7° | 21° | 18 mm | 4 | 49% | 53% | 35° | -5° |
| June | 12° | 26° | 21 mm | 6 | 45% | 55% | 39° | -2° |
| July | 13° | 27° | 29 mm | 6 | 49% | 57% | 40° | 1° |
| August | 12° | 25° | 24 mm | 5 | 47% | 62% | 39° | 0° |
| September | 6° | 19° | 12 mm | 4 | 54% | 55% | 36° | -4° |
| October | -1° | 11° | 15 mm | 5 | 63% | 37% | 27° | -16° |
| November | -8° | -2° | 16 mm | 8 | 79% | 28% | 14° | -33° |
| December | -16° | -8° | 19 mm | 9 | 81% | 25% | 4° | -38° |
Station: AKJAR, 74 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.
Orsk climate questions
How much rain does Orsk get?
Orsk gets 226 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 78 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Orsk?
July is the wettest month in Orsk, with 29 mm. September is the driest, with 12 mm.
How many rainy days does Orsk have a year?
Orsk has about 78 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Orsk?
July is the warmest month in Orsk, with an average high of 27°C.
What is the coldest month in Orsk?
January is the coldest month in Orsk, with an average low of -18°C.
What is the record high temperature in Orsk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Orsk station is 40°C, set on July 11, 1984. The record low is -38°C, on February 13, 1994.
What is the sunniest month in Orsk?
August is the sunniest month in Orsk, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Orsk?
The first fall freeze in Orsk typically comes around September 29. The last spring freeze is around May 4.
What is the best time to visit Orsk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.