Yakutsk, Sakha Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yakutsk get?

Yakutsk gets 231 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 125 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 40 mm. March is the driest, with 6 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 15 days, to January 8, 2025.

Yakutsk weather by month

Yakutsk weather in January

In January, Yakutsk averages a high of -34°C and a low of -40°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The January record high is -6°C (1979) and the record low is -59°C (1979).

Yakutsk weather in February

In February, Yakutsk averages a high of -28°C and a low of -37°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is -2°C (1998) and the record low is -53°C (1979).

Yakutsk weather in March

In March, Yakutsk averages a high of -12°C and a low of -26°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The March record high is 8°C (1981) and the record low is -46°C (1985).

Yakutsk weather in April

In April, Yakutsk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 19°C (2016) and the record low is -35°C (1980).

Yakutsk weather in May

In May, Yakutsk averages a high of 14°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (1990) and the record low is -14°C (1981).

Yakutsk weather in June

In June, Yakutsk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (1987). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yakutsk weather in July

In July, Yakutsk averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (1978).

Yakutsk weather in August

In August, Yakutsk averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2001) and the record low is -4°C (1992). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yakutsk weather in September

In September, Yakutsk averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 27°C (2009) and the record low is -14°C (1984).

Yakutsk weather in October

In October, Yakutsk averages a high of -3°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The October record high is 14°C (1975) and the record low is -39°C (1982).

Yakutsk weather in November

In November, Yakutsk averages a high of -22°C and a low of -29°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The November record high is 4°C (2012) and the record low is -49°C (1970).

Yakutsk weather in December

In December, Yakutsk averages a high of -34°C and a low of -39°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The December record high is -10°C (1990) and the record low is -56°C (1986).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yakutsk

June is the sunniest month in Yakutsk, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Yakutsk is cloudier than 53% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 79% and is lowest in May at 49%.

Yakutsk has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Yakutsk is hotter than 56% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Yakutsk

The first fall freeze in Yakutsk typically comes around September 6, and the last spring freeze around May 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 103 days.

Yakutsk weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yakutsk station is 38°C, on July 17, 2011. The coldest is -59°C, on January 10, 1979.

The wettest day on record brought 99 mm of rain, on August 17, 2022.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Yakutsk

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -32°C and lows near -39°C.

Spring (March–May) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -12°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -13°C.

Yakutsk climate questions

How much rain does Yakutsk get?

Yakutsk gets 231 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 125 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yakutsk?

July is the wettest month in Yakutsk, with 40 mm. March is the driest, with 6 mm.

How many rainy days does Yakutsk have a year?

Yakutsk has about 125 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Yakutsk?

July is the warmest month in Yakutsk, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Yakutsk?

January is the coldest month in Yakutsk, with an average low of -40°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yakutsk?

The record high at the Yakutsk station is 38°C, set on July 17, 2011. The record low is -59°C, on January 10, 1979.

What is the sunniest month in Yakutsk?

June is the sunniest month in Yakutsk, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yakutsk?

The first fall freeze in Yakutsk typically comes around September 6. The last spring freeze is around May 26.

What is the best time to visit Yakutsk?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June and August, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.