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Rostov-on-Don, Rostov Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Rostov-on-Don, Rostov?
Rostov-on-Don, Rostov gets 576 mm of precipitation a year over about 114 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and January the coldest (average low -4°C).
Humid continental climate
Rostov-on-Don, Rostov has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 30°C in July. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -4° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 15° |
How much rain does Rostov-on-Don get?
Rostov-on-Don gets 576 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 114 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of Russia.
January is the wettest month, with 59 mm. August is the driest, with 36 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 14.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to March 13, 2024.
Rostov-on-Don weather by month
Rostov-on-Don weather in January
In January, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 0°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (2025) and the record low is -27°C (2006).
Rostov-on-Don weather in February
In February, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 15°C (1989) and the record low is -24°C (1994).
Rostov-on-Don weather in March
In March, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 22°C (2020) and the record low is -18°C (1985).
Rostov-on-Don weather in April
In April, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°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 April record high is 28°C (1970) and the record low is -6°C (2004).
Rostov-on-Don weather in May
In May, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2007) and the record low is 1°C (1986). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rostov-on-Don weather in June
In June, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 8°C (1978).
Rostov-on-Don weather in July
In July, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 30°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2007) and the record low is 11°C (1990).
Rostov-on-Don weather in August
In August, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 8°C (1970).
Rostov-on-Don weather in September
In September, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is 0°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rostov-on-Don weather in October
In October, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 15°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (1999) and the record low is -7°C (1976).
Rostov-on-Don weather in November
In November, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 19°C (2010) and the record low is -14°C (1999).
Rostov-on-Don weather in December
In December, Rostov-on-Don averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 14°C (2012) and the record low is -24°C (1997).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Rostov-on-Don
August is the sunniest month in Rostov-on-Don, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 16%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Rostov-on-Don is sunnier than 87% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in January at 85% and is lowest in August at 46%.
Rostov-on-Don has about 15 days a year above 32°C. Rostov-on-Don is hotter than 92% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Rostov-on-Don
The first fall freeze in Rostov-on-Don typically comes around October 30, and the last spring freeze around March 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 217 days.
Rostov-on-Don weather records
These records cover TAGANROG (LIGHTHOUSE) during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Rostov-on-Don station is 41°C, on August 7, 2010. The coldest is -27°C, on January 23, 2006.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 84 mm of precipitation, on June 24, 1989.
40 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 Rostov-on-Don
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -4°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 19°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4° | 0° | 59 mm | 14 | 85% | 22% | 13° | -27° |
| February | -4° | 1° | 48 mm | 12 | 79% | 25% | 15° | -24° |
| March | 1° | 7° | 46 mm | 12 | 68% | 35% | 22° | -18° |
| April | 7° | 16° | 40 mm | 9 | 60% | 43% | 28° | -6° |
| May | 14° | 22° | 50 mm | 9 | 60% | 47% | 36° | 1° |
| June | 18° | 27° | 59 mm | 8 | 59% | 58% | 37° | 8° |
| July | 20° | 30° | 39 mm | 7 | 49% | 71% | 39° | 11° |
| August | 19° | 29° | 36 mm | 5 | 46% | 72% | 41° | 8° |
| September | 14° | 23° | 52 mm | 7 | 48% | 64% | 36° | 0° |
| October | 8° | 15° | 42 mm | 8 | 65% | 45% | 31° | -7° |
| November | 2° | 7° | 49 mm | 10 | 82% | 26% | 19° | -14° |
| December | -3° | 2° | 57 mm | 13 | 85% | 16% | 14° | -24° |
Station: TAGANROG (LIGHTHOUSE), 57 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.
Rostov-on-Don climate questions
How much rain does Rostov-on-Don get?
Rostov-on-Don gets 576 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 114 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Rostov-on-Don?
January is the wettest month in Rostov-on-Don, with 59 mm. August is the driest, with 36 mm.
How many rainy days does Rostov-on-Don have a year?
Rostov-on-Don has about 114 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 14.
What is the hottest month in Rostov-on-Don?
July is the warmest month in Rostov-on-Don, with an average high of 30°C.
What is the coldest month in Rostov-on-Don?
January is the coldest month in Rostov-on-Don, with an average low of -4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Rostov-on-Don?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Rostov-on-Don station is 41°C, set on August 7, 2010. The record low is -27°C, on January 23, 2006.
What is the sunniest month in Rostov-on-Don?
August is the sunniest month in Rostov-on-Don, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Rostov-on-Don?
The first fall freeze in Rostov-on-Don typically comes around October 30. The last spring freeze is around March 27.
What is the best time to visit Rostov-on-Don?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.