Rubtsovsk, Altai Krai Weather by Month and Climate Averages
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Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Rubtsovsk, Altai Krai?
Rubtsovsk, Altai Krai gets 336 mm of precipitation a year over about 112 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -21°C).
Humid continental climate
Rubtsovsk, Altai Krai has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -11°C in January to 28°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 | -19° | -9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -2° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -1° | 10° |
How much rain does Rubtsovsk get?
Rubtsovsk gets 336 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 112 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 60 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to May 11, 2023.
Rubtsovsk weather by month
Rubtsovsk weather in January
In January, Rubtsovsk averages a high of -11°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 4°C (1979) and the record low is -47°C (2001).
Rubtsovsk weather in February
In February, Rubtsovsk averages a high of -8°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 5°C (1987) and the record low is -44°C (1996).
Rubtsovsk weather in March
In March, Rubtsovsk averages a high of -1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 21°C (1989) and the record low is -36°C (1971).
Rubtsovsk weather in April
In April, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 13°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (1997) and the record low is -24°C (1979).
Rubtsovsk weather in May
In May, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 22°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is -7°C (2000). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rubtsovsk weather in June
In June, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2023) and the record low is -1°C (1987). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rubtsovsk weather in July
In July, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (1992) and the record low is 3°C (2009).
Rubtsovsk weather in August
In August, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 2°C (1978). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rubtsovsk weather in September
In September, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is -8°C (2008). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Rubtsovsk weather in October
In October, Rubtsovsk averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (1997) and the record low is -19°C (1987).
Rubtsovsk weather in November
In November, Rubtsovsk averages a high of -1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 17°C (2017) and the record low is -42°C (1987).
Rubtsovsk weather in December
In December, Rubtsovsk averages a high of -8°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 7°C (2013) and the record low is -46°C (2012).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Rubtsovsk
August is the sunniest month in Rubtsovsk, with estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 23%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 41% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Rubtsovsk is sunnier than 78% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in January at 78% and is lowest in May at 40%.
Rubtsovsk has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Rubtsovsk is hotter than 90% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Rubtsovsk
The first fall freeze in Rubtsovsk typically comes around September 27, and the last spring freeze around May 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 138 days.
Rubtsovsk weather records
These records cover RUBCOVSK during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Rubtsovsk station is 41°C, on July 15, 1992. The coldest is -47°C, on January 7, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 74 mm of precipitation, on August 6, 2016.
53 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Rubtsovsk
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 -19°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near -2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -1°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21° | -11° | 13 mm | 11 | 78% | 23% | 4° | -47° |
| February | -19° | -8° | 14 mm | 9 | 76% | 28% | 5° | -44° |
| March | -12° | -1° | 17 mm | 8 | 72% | 32% | 21° | -36° |
| April | -1° | 13° | 22 mm | 7 | 48% | 55% | 31° | -24° |
| May | 7° | 22° | 33 mm | 8 | 40% | 52% | 37° | -7° |
| June | 12° | 27° | 41 mm | 10 | 47% | 53% | 39° | -1° |
| July | 14° | 28° | 60 mm | 12 | 58% | 53% | 41° | 3° |
| August | 12° | 26° | 39 mm | 8 | 59% | 56% | 39° | 2° |
| September | 6° | 19° | 25 mm | 8 | 59% | 48% | 36° | -8° |
| October | 0° | 11° | 28 mm | 9 | 67% | 37% | 27° | -19° |
| November | -9° | -1° | 27 mm | 12 | 74% | 26% | 17° | -42° |
| December | -17° | -8° | 18 mm | 12 | 76% | 24% | 7° | -46° |
Station: RUBCOVSK, 2 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.
Rubtsovsk climate questions
How much rain does Rubtsovsk get?
Rubtsovsk gets 336 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 112 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Rubtsovsk?
July is the wettest month in Rubtsovsk, with 60 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm.
How many rainy days does Rubtsovsk have a year?
Rubtsovsk has about 112 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Rubtsovsk?
July is the warmest month in Rubtsovsk, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Rubtsovsk?
January is the coldest month in Rubtsovsk, with an average low of -21°C.
What is the record high temperature in Rubtsovsk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Rubtsovsk station is 41°C, set on July 15, 1992. The record low is -47°C, on January 7, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Rubtsovsk?
August is the sunniest month in Rubtsovsk, with estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Rubtsovsk?
The first fall freeze in Rubtsovsk typically comes around September 27. The last spring freeze is around May 12.
What is the best time to visit Rubtsovsk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.