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Saratov, Saratov 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 Saratov, Saratov Oblast?
Saratov, Saratov Oblast gets 469 mm of precipitation a year over about 123 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).
Humid continental climate
Saratov, Saratov Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -5°C in January to 29°C in July. September is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -10° | -4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 12° |
How much rain does Saratov get?
Saratov gets 469 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 123 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 57% of Russia.
September is the wettest month, with 49 mm. August is the driest, with 26 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 12 days, to April 12, 2023.
Saratov weather by month
Saratov weather in January
In January, Saratov averages a high of -5°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 8°C (2007) and the record low is -32°C (1979).
Saratov weather in February
In February, Saratov averages a high of -4°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (1990) and the record low is -30°C (2012).
Saratov weather in March
In March, Saratov averages a high of 2°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2023) and the record low is -26°C (2012).
Saratov weather in April
In April, Saratov averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (2009) and the record low is -10°C (1998).
Saratov weather in May
In May, Saratov averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 35°C (2007) and the record low is -1°C (2000). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Saratov weather in June
In June, Saratov averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (1998) and the record low is 2°C (2018).
Saratov weather in July
In July, Saratov averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 45 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 41°C (1971) and the record low is 8°C (1973).
Saratov weather in August
In August, Saratov averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1980).
Saratov weather in September
In September, Saratov averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is -2°C (1973).
Saratov weather in October
In October, Saratov averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 26°C (1991) and the record low is -10°C (1977).
Saratov weather in November
In November, Saratov averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (2010) and the record low is -24°C (1998).
Saratov weather in December
In December, Saratov averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 12°C (1979) and the record low is -31°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Saratov
July is the sunniest month in Saratov, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 38% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Saratov is sunnier than 72% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in August at 54%.
Saratov has about 16 days a year above 32°C. Saratov is hotter than 93% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Saratov
The first fall freeze in Saratov typically comes around October 14, and the last spring freeze around April 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 182 days.
Saratov weather records
These records cover SARATOW during 1970–2023. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Saratov station is 41°C, on August 2, 2010. The coldest is -32°C, on January 1, 1979.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 81 mm of precipitation, on June 27, 1985.
48 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 Saratov
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -4°C and lows near -10°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 3°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11° | -5° | 45 mm | 15 | 86% | 17% | 8° | -32° |
| February | -11° | -4° | 35 mm | 13 | 85% | 19% | 8° | -30° |
| March | -5° | 2° | 35 mm | 11 | 77% | 38% | 19° | -26° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 32 mm | 8 | 62% | 38% | 30° | -10° |
| May | 11° | 22° | 35 mm | 9 | 55% | 49% | 35° | -1° |
| June | 16° | 27° | 48 mm | 9 | 60% | 53% | 39° | 2° |
| July | 17° | 29° | 45 mm | 8 | 56% | 62% | 41° | 8° |
| August | 16° | 28° | 26 mm | 6 | 54% | 61% | 41° | 4° |
| September | 10° | 21° | 49 mm | 8 | 61% | 50% | 38° | -2° |
| October | 4° | 12° | 38 mm | 9 | 71% | 35% | 26° | -10° |
| November | -3° | 2° | 39 mm | 12 | 86% | 19% | 16° | -24° |
| December | -8° | -3° | 41 mm | 15 | 87% | 15% | 12° | -31° |
Station: SARATOW, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2023; 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.
Saratov climate questions
How much rain does Saratov get?
Saratov gets 469 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 123 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Saratov?
September is the wettest month in Saratov, with 49 mm. August is the driest, with 26 mm.
How many rainy days does Saratov have a year?
Saratov has about 123 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Saratov?
July is the warmest month in Saratov, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Saratov?
January is the coldest month in Saratov, with an average low of -11°C.
What is the record high temperature in Saratov?
Within the available 1970–2023 station history, the record high at the Saratov station is 41°C, set on August 2, 2010. The record low is -32°C, on January 1, 1979.
What is the sunniest month in Saratov?
July is the sunniest month in Saratov, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Saratov?
The first fall freeze in Saratov typically comes around October 14. The last spring freeze is around April 15.
What is the best time to visit Saratov?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.