Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka gets 1137 mm of precipitation a year over about 131 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 17°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka has mild summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -4°C in January to 17°C in August. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to August, when daytime highs sit near 17°C.

How much rain does Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky get?

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky gets 1137 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 131 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 51% of Russia.

November is the wettest month, with 148 mm. June is the driest, with 55 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to November 2, 2021.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather by month

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in January

In January, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The January record high is 5°C (1991) and the record low is -25°C (2012).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in February

In February, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The February record high is 6°C (1994) and the record low is -26°C (2001).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in March

In March, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of -1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 8°C (2020) and the record low is -19°C (2001).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in April

In April, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The April record high is 19°C (1982) and the record low is -11°C (1977).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in May

In May, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The May record high is 23°C (1984) and the record low is -6°C (1985).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in June

In June, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The June record high is 27°C (2013) and the record low is 0°C (2015).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in July

In July, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is 3°C (2001). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in August

In August, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 17°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The August record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is 5°C (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in September

In September, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The September record high is 24°C (2011) and the record low is 1°C (2001).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in October

In October, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 144 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The October record high is 18°C (2020) and the record low is -6°C (1979).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in November

In November, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 11°C (2009) and the record low is -15°C (2001).

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather in December

In December, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky averages a high of -3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The December record high is 7°C (2010) and the record low is -22°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

September is the sunniest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 27%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky is sunnier than 63% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in July at 85% and is lowest in February at 69%.

First and last freeze in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

The first fall freeze in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky typically comes around October 22, and the last spring freeze around May 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 166 days.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky station is 30°C, on July 2, 2012. The coldest is -26°C, on February 15, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 200 mm of rain, on November 10, 2002.

42 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 Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to August, when daytime highs sit near 17°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -3°C and lows near -8°C.

Spring (March–May) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -2°C.

Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 9°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 3°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January108 mm1375%34%-18°-25°
February75 mm1069%38%-18°-26°
March101 mm1274%36%-18°-19°
April88 mm1178%31%-17°19°-11°
May57 mm1084%27%-16°23°-6°
June55 mm1083%29%-13°27°
July61 mm1085%29%-11°30°
August84 mm1184%35%-11°28°
September100 mm1079%45%-12°24°
October144 mm1277%41%-14°18°-6°
November148 mm1171%44%-16°11°-15°
December116 mm1176%33%-17°-22°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky climate questions

How much rain does Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky get?

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky gets 1137 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 131 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

November is the wettest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with 148 mm. June is the driest, with 55 mm.

How many rainy days does Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky have a year?

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky has about 131 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

August is the warmest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with an average high of 17°C.

What is the coldest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

January is the coldest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with an average low of -9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

The record high at the Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky station is 30°C, set on July 2, 2012. The record low is -26°C, on February 15, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

September is the sunniest month in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, with sunshine about 45% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

The first fall freeze in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky typically comes around October 22. The last spring freeze is around May 9.

What is the best time to visit Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to August, when daytime highs sit near 17°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKIJ (9 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKIJ.