Vologda, Vologda Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Vologda get?

Vologda gets 565 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 176 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 73 mm. March is the driest, with 26 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 21 days, to April 25, 2023.

Vologda weather by month

Vologda weather in January

In January, Vologda averages a high of -7°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 8% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (2007) and the record low is -47°C (1987).

Vologda weather in February

In February, Vologda averages a high of -6°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The February record high is 6°C (1990) and the record low is -39°C (1986).

Vologda weather in March

In March, Vologda averages a high of 1°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (2007) and the record low is -35°C (2021).

Vologda weather in April

In April, Vologda averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2000) and the record low is -20°C (1998).

Vologda weather in May

In May, Vologda averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2021) and the record low is -9°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vologda weather in June

In June, Vologda averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2021) and the record low is -3°C (1985). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vologda weather in July

In July, Vologda averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (1972) and the record low is 1°C (1973).

Vologda weather in August

In August, Vologda averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1972) and the record low is -1°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Vologda weather in September

In September, Vologda averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (2024) and the record low is -8°C (1996).

Vologda weather in October

In October, Vologda averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (1999) and the record low is -20°C (2014).

Vologda weather in November

In November, Vologda averages a high of -1°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 11% of daylight hours. The November record high is 13°C (2013) and the record low is -34°C (2010).

Vologda weather in December

In December, Vologda averages a high of -5°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (2006) and the record low is -45°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Vologda

June is the sunniest month in Vologda, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 8%. Over the year the sun shines about 28% of daylight hours. Vologda is cloudier than 73% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 90% and is lowest in April at 60%.

Vologda has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Vologda is hotter than 52% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Vologda

The first fall freeze in Vologda typically comes around September 18, and the last spring freeze around May 20. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 121 days.

Vologda weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Vologda station is 38°C, on August 22, 1972. The coldest is -47°C, on January 10, 1987.

The wettest day on record brought 57 mm of rain, on August 4, 1976.

36 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 Vologda

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -6°C and lows near -12°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near -1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 1°C.

Vologda climate questions

How much rain does Vologda get?

Vologda gets 565 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 176 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Vologda?

July is the wettest month in Vologda, with 73 mm. March is the driest, with 26 mm.

How many rainy days does Vologda have a year?

Vologda has about 176 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Vologda?

July is the warmest month in Vologda, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Vologda?

January is the coldest month in Vologda, with an average low of -13°C.

What is the record high temperature in Vologda?

The record high at the Vologda station is 38°C, set on August 22, 1972. The record low is -47°C, on January 10, 1987.

What is the sunniest month in Vologda?

June is the sunniest month in Vologda, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Vologda?

The first fall freeze in Vologda typically comes around September 18. The last spring freeze is around May 20.

What is the best time to visit Vologda?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.