Pyatigorsk, Stavropol Kray Weather by Month and Climate Averages
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What is the weather like in Pyatigorsk, Stavropol Kray?
Pyatigorsk, Stavropol Kray gets 508 mm of precipitation a year over about 114 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -6°C).
Humid continental climate
Pyatigorsk, Stavropol Kray has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 2°C in January to 31°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -5° | 3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 17° |
How much rain does Pyatigorsk get?
Pyatigorsk gets 508 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 114 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of Russia.
June is the wettest month, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 18 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 10 days, to January 1, 2022.
Pyatigorsk weather by month
Pyatigorsk weather in January
In January, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 2°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (2025) and the record low is -31°C (1972).
Pyatigorsk weather in February
In February, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2023) and the record low is -31°C (2012).
Pyatigorsk weather in March
In March, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is -23°C (2025).
Pyatigorsk weather in April
In April, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (1970) and the record low is -6°C (2004). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pyatigorsk weather in May
In May, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pyatigorsk weather in June
In June, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1978).
Pyatigorsk weather in July
In July, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2007) and the record low is 7°C (2006).
Pyatigorsk weather in August
In August, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 30°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2006) and the record low is 6°C (1973).
Pyatigorsk weather in September
In September, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2007) and the record low is -2°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pyatigorsk weather in October
In October, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 34°C (1999) and the record low is -11°C (1976). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pyatigorsk weather in November
In November, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 8°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (1992) and the record low is -21°C (1993).
Pyatigorsk weather in December
In December, Pyatigorsk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -26°C (1984).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Pyatigorsk
August is the sunniest month in Pyatigorsk, with estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 41% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Pyatigorsk is sunnier than 79% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 80% and is lowest in August at 55%.
Pyatigorsk has about 20 days a year above 32°C. Pyatigorsk is hotter than 96% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Pyatigorsk
The first fall freeze in Pyatigorsk typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 196 days.
Pyatigorsk weather records
These records cover MINERAL-NYE-VODY during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Pyatigorsk station is 41°C, on August 8, 2006. The coldest is -31°C, on February 8, 2012.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 124 mm of precipitation, on June 20, 2002.
40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Pyatigorsk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -5°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6° | 2° | 19 mm | 10 | 74% | 33% | 18° | -31° |
| February | -5° | 3° | 18 mm | 10 | 71% | 28% | 22° | -31° |
| March | -1° | 9° | 32 mm | 10 | 72% | 27% | 31° | -23° |
| April | 4° | 17° | 54 mm | 10 | 62% | 37% | 34° | -6° |
| May | 9° | 23° | 67 mm | 11 | 68% | 36% | 34° | -3° |
| June | 14° | 27° | 81 mm | 11 | 65% | 47% | 37° | 3° |
| July | 17° | 31° | 61 mm | 8 | 56% | 62% | 39° | 7° |
| August | 16° | 30° | 43 mm | 7 | 55% | 69% | 41° | 6° |
| September | 12° | 24° | 39 mm | 8 | 68% | 47% | 37° | -2° |
| October | 6° | 17° | 40 mm | 9 | 74% | 43% | 34° | -11° |
| November | 0° | 8° | 28 mm | 9 | 79% | 32% | 26° | -21° |
| December | -4° | 3° | 27 mm | 10 | 80% | 31% | 21° | -26° |
Station: MINERAL-NYE-VODY, 17 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.
Pyatigorsk climate questions
How much rain does Pyatigorsk get?
Pyatigorsk gets 508 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 114 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Pyatigorsk?
June is the wettest month in Pyatigorsk, with 81 mm. February is the driest, with 18 mm.
How many rainy days does Pyatigorsk have a year?
Pyatigorsk has about 114 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Pyatigorsk?
July is the warmest month in Pyatigorsk, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Pyatigorsk?
January is the coldest month in Pyatigorsk, with an average low of -6°C.
What is the record high temperature in Pyatigorsk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Pyatigorsk station is 41°C, set on August 8, 2006. The record low is -31°C, on February 8, 2012.
What is the sunniest month in Pyatigorsk?
August is the sunniest month in Pyatigorsk, with estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Pyatigorsk?
The first fall freeze in Pyatigorsk typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 8.
What is the best time to visit Pyatigorsk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.