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Smolensk, Smolensk 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 Smolensk, Smolensk Oblast?
Smolensk, Smolensk Oblast gets 739 mm of precipitation a year over about 177 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -8°C).
Humid continental climate
Smolensk, Smolensk Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -3°C in January to 24°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | -3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 2° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 2° | 9° |
How much rain does Smolensk get?
Smolensk gets 739 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 177 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 87 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 21.
Smolensk weather by month
Smolensk weather in January
In January, Smolensk averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 8% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 9°C (2007) and the record low is -33°C (1987).
Smolensk weather in February
In February, Smolensk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 9°C (1990) and the record low is -30°C (2012).
Smolensk weather in March
In March, Smolensk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2014) and the record low is -27°C (1987).
Smolensk weather in April
In April, Smolensk averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -10°C (2012).
Smolensk weather in May
In May, Smolensk averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 31°C (2014) and the record low is -4°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Smolensk weather in June
In June, Smolensk averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 31°C (1981) and the record low is -1°C (2003). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Smolensk weather in July
In July, Smolensk averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 34°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1976).
Smolensk weather in August
In August, Smolensk averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 1°C (1970). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Smolensk weather in September
In September, Smolensk averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 29°C (2008) and the record low is -4°C (1972).
Smolensk weather in October
In October, Smolensk averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 25°C (1999) and the record low is -11°C (1971).
Smolensk weather in November
In November, Smolensk averages a high of 2°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 14°C (2010) and the record low is -25°C (1992).
Smolensk weather in December
In December, Smolensk averages a high of -2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 8% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 10°C (2015) and the record low is -35°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Smolensk
May is the sunniest month in Smolensk, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 8%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Smolensk is cloudier than 66% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in May at 61%.
Smolensk has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Smolensk is cooler than 68% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Smolensk
The first fall freeze in Smolensk typically comes around October 1, and the last spring freeze around May 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 152 days.
Smolensk weather records
These records cover SMOLENSK during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Smolensk station is 37°C, on August 6, 2010. The coldest is -35°C, on December 31, 1978.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 87 mm of precipitation, on July 10, 1986.
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 Smolensk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -3°C and lows near -8°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 23°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 2°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | -3° | 48 mm | 20 | 89% | 8% | 9° | -33° |
| February | -8° | -2° | 45 mm | 17 | 83% | 18% | 9° | -30° |
| March | -4° | 3° | 44 mm | 15 | 73% | 37% | 19° | -27° |
| April | 2° | 12° | 39 mm | 11 | 65% | 29% | 28° | -10° |
| May | 7° | 18° | 71 mm | 13 | 61% | 45% | 31° | -4° |
| June | 11° | 22° | 81 mm | 13 | 68% | 45% | 31° | -1° |
| July | 13° | 24° | 87 mm | 13 | 72% | 45% | 34° | 4° |
| August | 12° | 22° | 83 mm | 12 | 75% | 44% | 37° | 1° |
| September | 7° | 17° | 61 mm | 11 | 76% | 40% | 29° | -4° |
| October | 2° | 9° | 72 mm | 15 | 84% | 23% | 25° | -11° |
| November | -3° | 2° | 56 mm | 17 | 89% | 10% | 14° | -25° |
| December | -7° | -2° | 51 mm | 21 | 91% | 8% | 10° | -35° |
Station: SMOLENSK, 3 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.
Smolensk climate questions
How much rain does Smolensk get?
Smolensk gets 739 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 177 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Smolensk?
July is the wettest month in Smolensk, with 87 mm. April is the driest, with 39 mm.
How many rainy days does Smolensk have a year?
Smolensk has about 177 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 21.
What is the hottest month in Smolensk?
July is the warmest month in Smolensk, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Smolensk?
January is the coldest month in Smolensk, with an average low of -8°C.
What is the record high temperature in Smolensk?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Smolensk station is 37°C, set on August 6, 2010. The record low is -35°C, on December 31, 1978.
What is the sunniest month in Smolensk?
May is the sunniest month in Smolensk, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Smolensk?
The first fall freeze in Smolensk typically comes around October 1. The last spring freeze is around May 2.
What is the best time to visit Smolensk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.