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Samara, Samara Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Samara, Samara Oblast?
Samara, Samara Oblast gets 441 mm of precipitation a year over about 125 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and February the coldest (average low -14°C).
Humid continental climate
Samara, Samara Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -6°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 24°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -13° | -6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 1° | 12° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 2° | 11° |
How much rain does Samara get?
Samara gets 441 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 125 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 48 mm. March is the driest, with 30 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 11 days, to December 16, 2021.
Samara weather by month
Samara weather in January
In January, Samara averages a high of -6°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 5°C (1988) and the record low is -41°C (1979).
Samara weather in February
In February, Samara averages a high of -6°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 7°C (1990) and the record low is -39°C (1976).
Samara weather in March
In March, Samara averages a high of 1°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2008) and the record low is -32°C (2018).
Samara weather in April
In April, Samara averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (1995) and the record low is -17°C (2005).
Samara weather in May
In May, Samara averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2007) and the record low is -7°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Samara weather in June
In June, Samara averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (2018). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Samara weather in July
In July, Samara averages a high of 28°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (1984) and the record low is 5°C (2014).
Samara weather in August
In August, Samara averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 42°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1976). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Samara weather in September
In September, Samara averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2015) and the record low is -4°C (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Samara weather in October
In October, Samara averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (1991) and the record low is -18°C (1976).
Samara weather in November
In November, Samara averages a high of 2°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2013) and the record low is -29°C (1998).
Samara weather in December
In December, Samara averages a high of -4°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 8°C (2012) and the record low is -40°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Samara
August is the sunniest month in Samara, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 16%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 37% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Samara is sunnier than 69% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in November at 85% and is lowest in May at 47%.
Samara has about 15 days a year above 32°C. Samara is hotter than 92% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Samara
The first fall freeze in Samara typically comes around October 1, and the last spring freeze around May 4. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 150 days.
Samara weather records
These records cover BEZENCHUK during 1970–2022. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Samara station is 42°C, on August 2, 2010. The coldest is -41°C, on January 1, 1979.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 72 mm of precipitation, on July 18, 1993.
59 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 Samara
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -6°C and lows near -13°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 1°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 2°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -14° | -6° | 39 mm | 15 | 83% | 16% | 5° | -41° |
| February | -14° | -6° | 31 mm | 12 | 82% | 18% | 7° | -39° |
| March | -8° | 1° | 30 mm | 10 | 75% | 35% | 19° | -32° |
| April | 2° | 13° | 32 mm | 8 | 58% | 40% | 31° | -17° |
| May | 9° | 22° | 31 mm | 9 | 47% | 52% | 36° | -7° |
| June | 13° | 26° | 46 mm | 9 | 60% | 50% | 40° | -1° |
| July | 15° | 28° | 48 mm | 8 | 58% | 57% | 41° | 5° |
| August | 13° | 27° | 35 mm | 8 | 55% | 58% | 42° | 2° |
| September | 8° | 20° | 43 mm | 9 | 65% | 47% | 36° | -4° |
| October | 2° | 11° | 36 mm | 10 | 70% | 32% | 27° | -18° |
| November | -4° | 2° | 34 mm | 11 | 85% | 21% | 16° | -29° |
| December | -12° | -4° | 36 mm | 14 | 85% | 16% | 8° | -40° |
Station: BEZENCHUK, 54 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2022; 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.
Samara climate questions
How much rain does Samara get?
Samara gets 441 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 125 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Samara?
July is the wettest month in Samara, with 48 mm. March is the driest, with 30 mm.
How many rainy days does Samara have a year?
Samara has about 125 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Samara?
July is the warmest month in Samara, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Samara?
February is the coldest month in Samara, with an average low of -14°C.
What is the record high temperature in Samara?
Within the available 1970–2022 station history, the record high at the Samara station is 42°C, set on August 2, 2010. The record low is -41°C, on January 1, 1979.
What is the sunniest month in Samara?
August is the sunniest month in Samara, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Samara?
The first fall freeze in Samara typically comes around October 1. The last spring freeze is around May 4.
What is the best time to visit Samara?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.