Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yekaterinburg get?

Yekaterinburg gets 526 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 154 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 68% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 92 mm. February is the driest, with 19 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to May 31, 2023.

Yekaterinburg weather by month

Yekaterinburg weather in January

In January, Yekaterinburg averages a high of -9°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 12% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (1971) and the record low is -44°C (1979).

Yekaterinburg weather in February

In February, Yekaterinburg averages a high of -7°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The February record high is 9°C (2004) and the record low is -37°C (1977).

Yekaterinburg weather in March

In March, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 1°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (1995) and the record low is -31°C (1971).

Yekaterinburg weather in April

In April, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -19°C (1984).

Yekaterinburg weather in May

In May, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yekaterinburg weather in June

In June, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (1991) and the record low is -2°C (1971). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yekaterinburg weather in July

In July, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2012) and the record low is 4°C (1986).

Yekaterinburg weather in August

In August, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2012) and the record low is 0°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yekaterinburg weather in September

In September, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 15°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2003) and the record low is -4°C (2000).

Yekaterinburg weather in October

In October, Yekaterinburg averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (1991) and the record low is -23°C (1976).

Yekaterinburg weather in November

In November, Yekaterinburg averages a high of -2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The November record high is 12°C (2008) and the record low is -34°C (1998).

Yekaterinburg weather in December

In December, Yekaterinburg averages a high of -8°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The December record high is 6°C (1982) and the record low is -47°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yekaterinburg

June is the sunniest month in Yekaterinburg, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 12%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Yekaterinburg is cloudier than 51% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 81% and is lowest in May at 48%.

Yekaterinburg has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Yekaterinburg is hotter than 58% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Yekaterinburg

The first fall freeze in Yekaterinburg typically comes around September 30, and the last spring freeze around May 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 142 days.

Yekaterinburg weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yekaterinburg station is 37°C, on July 18, 2012. The coldest is -47°C, on December 31, 1978.

The wettest day on record brought 84 mm of rain, on July 22, 1983.

53 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 Yekaterinburg

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 -8°C and lows near -14°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 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 0°C.

Yekaterinburg climate questions

How much rain does Yekaterinburg get?

Yekaterinburg gets 526 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 154 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yekaterinburg?

July is the wettest month in Yekaterinburg, with 92 mm. February is the driest, with 19 mm.

How many rainy days does Yekaterinburg have a year?

Yekaterinburg has about 154 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Yekaterinburg?

July is the warmest month in Yekaterinburg, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Yekaterinburg?

January is the coldest month in Yekaterinburg, with an average low of -16°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yekaterinburg?

The record high at the Yekaterinburg station is 37°C, set on July 18, 2012. The record low is -47°C, on December 31, 1978.

What is the sunniest month in Yekaterinburg?

June is the sunniest month in Yekaterinburg, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yekaterinburg?

The first fall freeze in Yekaterinburg typically comes around September 30. The last spring freeze is around May 11.

What is the best time to visit Yekaterinburg?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.