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Velikiye Luki, Pskov 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 Velikiye Luki, Pskov Oblast?
Velikiye Luki, Pskov Oblast gets 622 mm of precipitation a year over about 168 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and February the coldest (average low -9°C).
Humid continental climate
Velikiye Luki, Pskov 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° | -2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 1° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 9° |
How much rain does Velikiye Luki get?
Velikiye Luki gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 168 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 79% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 79 mm. March is the driest, with 31 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 19.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to August 29, 2022.
Velikiye Luki weather by month
Velikiye Luki weather in January
In January, Velikiye Luki averages a high of -3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 11°C (2007) and the record low is -37°C (1979).
Velikiye Luki weather in February
In February, Velikiye Luki averages a high of -2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 9°C (2020) and the record low is -37°C (1985).
Velikiye Luki weather in March
In March, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 4°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2014) and the record low is -34°C (1987).
Velikiye Luki weather in April
In April, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Velikiye Luki weather in May
In May, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 55 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 33°C (2014) and the record low is -7°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Velikiye Luki weather in June
In June, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is 0°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Velikiye Luki weather in July
In July, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 35°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (1992).
Velikiye Luki weather in August
In August, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (1984). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Velikiye Luki weather in September
In September, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 30°C (1992) and the record low is -8°C (1973).
Velikiye Luki weather in October
In October, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 24°C (1999) and the record low is -13°C (1976).
Velikiye Luki weather in November
In November, Velikiye Luki averages a high of 3°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 14°C (2008) and the record low is -26°C (1992).
Velikiye Luki weather in December
In December, Velikiye Luki averages a high of -1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 11°C (2015) and the record low is -42°C (1978).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Velikiye Luki
June is the sunniest month in Velikiye Luki, with estimated sunshine of 47% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 9%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Velikiye Luki is cloudier than 69% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in November at 90% and is lowest in May at 60%.
Velikiye Luki has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Velikiye Luki is cooler than 56% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Velikiye Luki
The first fall freeze in Velikiye Luki typically comes around September 23, and the last spring freeze around May 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 136 days.
Velikiye Luki weather records
These records cover VELIKIE LUKI during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Velikiye Luki station is 36°C, on August 4, 2010. The coldest is -42°C, on December 31, 1978.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 106 mm of precipitation, on August 7, 1987.
42 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 Velikiye Luki
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 -2°C and lows near -8°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°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 10°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | -3° | 37 mm | 19 | 88% | 10% | 11° | -37° |
| February | -9° | -2° | 34 mm | 16 | 83% | 15% | 9° | -37° |
| March | -4° | 4° | 31 mm | 13 | 70% | 35% | 19° | -34° |
| April | 2° | 12° | 34 mm | 11 | 63% | 32% | 28° | -13° |
| May | 7° | 18° | 55 mm | 13 | 60% | 45% | 33° | -7° |
| June | 11° | 22° | 74 mm | 13 | 66% | 47% | 33° | 0° |
| July | 13° | 24° | 79 mm | 14 | 73% | 42% | 35° | 3° |
| August | 12° | 22° | 75 mm | 12 | 77% | 40% | 36° | -1° |
| September | 7° | 17° | 55 mm | 12 | 79% | 38% | 30° | -8° |
| October | 3° | 9° | 59 mm | 14 | 85% | 22% | 24° | -13° |
| November | -2° | 3° | 48 mm | 16 | 90% | 10% | 14° | -26° |
| December | -6° | -1° | 40 mm | 17 | 90% | 9% | 11° | -42° |
Station: VELIKIE LUKI, 5 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.
Velikiye Luki climate questions
How much rain does Velikiye Luki get?
Velikiye Luki gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 168 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Velikiye Luki?
July is the wettest month in Velikiye Luki, with 79 mm. March is the driest, with 31 mm.
How many rainy days does Velikiye Luki have a year?
Velikiye Luki has about 168 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 19.
What is the hottest month in Velikiye Luki?
July is the warmest month in Velikiye Luki, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Velikiye Luki?
February is the coldest month in Velikiye Luki, with an average low of -9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Velikiye Luki?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Velikiye Luki station is 36°C, set on August 4, 2010. The record low is -42°C, on December 31, 1978.
What is the sunniest month in Velikiye Luki?
June is the sunniest month in Velikiye Luki, with estimated sunshine of 47% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Velikiye Luki?
The first fall freeze in Velikiye Luki typically comes around September 23. The last spring freeze is around May 10.
What is the best time to visit Velikiye Luki?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.