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Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Kamchatka?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | -3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -2° | 4° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 9° | 16° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 8° |
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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKIJ during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 200 mm of precipitation, 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9° | -4° | 108 mm | 13 | 75% | 34% | 5° | -25° |
| February | -8° | -3° | 75 mm | 10 | 69% | 38% | 6° | -26° |
| March | -6° | -1° | 101 mm | 12 | 74% | 36% | 8° | -19° |
| April | -2° | 3° | 88 mm | 11 | 78% | 31% | 19° | -11° |
| May | 2° | 8° | 57 mm | 10 | 84% | 27% | 23° | -6° |
| June | 7° | 14° | 55 mm | 10 | 83% | 29% | 27° | 0° |
| July | 10° | 17° | 61 mm | 10 | 85% | 29% | 30° | 3° |
| August | 11° | 17° | 84 mm | 11 | 84% | 35% | 28° | 5° |
| September | 8° | 14° | 100 mm | 10 | 79% | 45% | 24° | 1° |
| October | 3° | 8° | 144 mm | 12 | 77% | 41% | 18° | -6° |
| November | -3° | 2° | 148 mm | 11 | 71% | 44% | 11° | -15° |
| December | -7° | -3° | 116 mm | 11 | 76% | 33% | 7° | -22° |
Station: PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKIJ, 9 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.