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Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl 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 Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast?
Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast gets 448 mm of precipitation a year over about 120 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 24°C) and January the coldest (average low -12°C).
Humid continental climate
Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -5°C in January to 24°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -11° | -4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -1° | 10° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 23° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 1° | 8° |
How much rain does Yaroslavl get?
Yaroslavl gets 448 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 120 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 60% of Russia.
August is the wettest month, with 51 mm. April is the driest, with 23 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to March 22, 2022.
Yaroslavl weather by month
Yaroslavl weather in January
In January, Yaroslavl averages a high of -5°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 9°C (1981) and the record low is -39°C (1987).
Yaroslavl weather in February
In February, Yaroslavl averages a high of -4°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (2020) and the record low is -36°C (1979).
Yaroslavl weather in March
In March, Yaroslavl averages a high of 2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 18°C (2007) and the record low is -33°C (1987).
Yaroslavl weather in April
In April, Yaroslavl averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 26°C (2000) and the record low is -15°C (2002).
Yaroslavl weather in May
In May, Yaroslavl averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is -5°C (1978). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yaroslavl weather in June
In June, Yaroslavl averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (1998) and the record low is -5°C (2011). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yaroslavl weather in July
In July, Yaroslavl averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (1981) and the record low is 1°C (1994). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yaroslavl weather in August
In August, Yaroslavl averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 9 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 (2002).
Yaroslavl weather in September
In September, Yaroslavl averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 29°C (1992) and the record low is -7°C (1996).
Yaroslavl weather in October
In October, Yaroslavl averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 23°C (1999) and the record low is -18°C (1982).
Yaroslavl weather in November
In November, Yaroslavl averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 16°C (1973) and the record low is -29°C (2010).
Yaroslavl weather in December
In December, Yaroslavl averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 11°C (1981) and the record low is -35°C (1997).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yaroslavl
June is the sunniest month in Yaroslavl, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 9%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Yaroslavl is cloudier than 68% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 60%.
Yaroslavl has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Yaroslavl is hotter than 64% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Yaroslavl
The first fall freeze in Yaroslavl typically comes around September 27, and the last spring freeze around May 4. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 146 days.
Yaroslavl weather records
These records cover ROSTOV during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Yaroslavl station is 39°C, on July 22, 1981. The coldest is -39°C, on January 12, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 74 mm of precipitation, on July 2, 1979.
30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Yaroslavl
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -4°C and lows near -11°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 0°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 1°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12° | -5° | 34 mm | 15 | 86% | 9% | 9° | -39° |
| February | -12° | -4° | 30 mm | 13 | 82% | 15% | 8° | -36° |
| March | -8° | 2° | 25 mm | 9 | 70% | 34% | 18° | -33° |
| April | 0° | 11° | 23 mm | 7 | 60% | 38% | 26° | -15° |
| May | 6° | 18° | 35 mm | 9 | 60% | 42% | 32° | -5° |
| June | 11° | 22° | 48 mm | 8 | 66% | 52% | 33° | -5° |
| July | 13° | 24° | 45 mm | 8 | 70% | 44% | 39° | 1° |
| August | 11° | 22° | 51 mm | 9 | 74% | 44% | 37° | -1° |
| September | 6° | 16° | 42 mm | 8 | 78% | 32% | 29° | -7° |
| October | 1° | 8° | 47 mm | 9 | 83% | 19% | 23° | -18° |
| November | -4° | 1° | 38 mm | 12 | 88% | 9% | 16° | -29° |
| December | -9° | -4° | 30 mm | 13 | 89% | 9% | 11° | -35° |
Station: ROSTOV, 55 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.
Yaroslavl climate questions
How much rain does Yaroslavl get?
Yaroslavl gets 448 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 120 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Yaroslavl?
August is the wettest month in Yaroslavl, with 51 mm. April is the driest, with 23 mm.
How many rainy days does Yaroslavl have a year?
Yaroslavl has about 120 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Yaroslavl?
July is the warmest month in Yaroslavl, with an average high of 24°C.
What is the coldest month in Yaroslavl?
January is the coldest month in Yaroslavl, with an average low of -12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Yaroslavl?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Yaroslavl station is 39°C, set on July 22, 1981. The record low is -39°C, on January 12, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Yaroslavl?
June is the sunniest month in Yaroslavl, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Yaroslavl?
The first fall freeze in Yaroslavl typically comes around September 27. The last spring freeze is around May 4.
What is the best time to visit Yaroslavl?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.