Sochi, Krasnodar Krai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Sochi, Krasnodar Krai gets 1241 mm of precipitation a year over about 112 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Sochi climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Sochi, Krasnodar Krai has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 29°C in August. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Sochi get?

Sochi gets 1241 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 112 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of Russia.

December is the wettest month, with 144 mm. August is the driest, with 64 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to January 27, 2023.

Sochi weather by month

Sochi weather in January

In January, Sochi averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -11°C (1997).

Sochi weather in February

In February, Sochi averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2010) and the record low is -15°C (2001).

Sochi weather in March

In March, Sochi averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -11°C (1987).

Sochi weather in April

In April, Sochi averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is -6°C (2004).

Sochi weather in May

In May, Sochi averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2006) and the record low is 0°C (1973). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sochi weather in June

In June, Sochi averages a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2012) and the record low is 1°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sochi weather in July

In July, Sochi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1981) and the record low is 9°C (1989).

Sochi weather in August

In August, Sochi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1977) and the record low is 8°C (1993).

Sochi weather in September

In September, Sochi averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2010) and the record low is 1°C (1982). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sochi weather in October

In October, Sochi averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 138 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2003) and the record low is -2°C (1993). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sochi weather in November

In November, Sochi averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 134 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The November record high is 30°C (1973) and the record low is -4°C (2001).

Sochi weather in December

In December, Sochi averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 144 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (1980) and the record low is -8°C (1977).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sochi

August is the sunniest month in Sochi, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest, at 31%. Over the year the sun shines about 50% of daylight hours. Sochi is sunnier than 98% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in June at 79% and is lowest in January at 69%.

Sochi has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Sochi is cooler than 61% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Sochi

The first fall freeze in Sochi typically comes around December 1, and the last spring freeze around March 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 261 days.

Sochi weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Sochi station is 38°C, on August 10, 1977. The coldest is -15°C, on February 21, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 297 mm of rain, on October 3, 1996.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Sochi

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January121 mm1369%35%-11°24°-11°
February100 mm1070%31%-12°24°-15°
March105 mm1374%34%-12°27°-11°
April90 mm1174%40%-11°32°-6°
May89 mm1177%50%-8°34°
June68 mm779%60%-5°36°
July86 mm678%69%-3°38°
August64 mm576%78%-3°38°
September102 mm772%64%-3°34°
October138 mm870%56%-6°32°-2°
November134 mm1069%41%-8°30°-4°
December144 mm1370%37%-10°24°-8°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Sochi climate questions

How much rain does Sochi get?

Sochi gets 1241 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 112 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Sochi?

December is the wettest month in Sochi, with 144 mm. August is the driest, with 64 mm.

How many rainy days does Sochi have a year?

Sochi has about 112 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Sochi?

August is the warmest month in Sochi, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Sochi?

January is the coldest month in Sochi, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Sochi?

The record high at the Sochi station is 38°C, set on August 10, 1977. The record low is -15°C, on February 21, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Sochi?

August is the sunniest month in Sochi, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. February is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Sochi?

The first fall freeze in Sochi typically comes around December 1. The last spring freeze is around March 15.

What is the best time to visit Sochi?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ADLER (23 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ADLER.