Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 9%. Over the year the sun shines about 29% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 74 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. 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.