Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk get?

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 160 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 73% of Russia.

August is the wettest month, with 107 mm. February is the driest, with 38 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 10 days, to April 18, 2024.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather by month

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in January

In January, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of -6°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The January record high is 4°C (2010) and the record low is -33°C (2003).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in February

In February, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of -5°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The February record high is 7°C (2016) and the record low is -35°C (2001).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in March

In March, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 0°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The March record high is 13°C (2021) and the record low is -31°C (1970).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in April

In April, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 7°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 23°C (2009) and the record low is -19°C (2012).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in May

In May, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The May record high is 29°C (2016) and the record low is -6°C (1989).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in June

In June, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The June record high is 31°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (2011). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in July

In July, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (2022). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in August

In August, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (1999) and the record low is 2°C (1985).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in September

In September, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (1994) and the record low is -4°C (2001). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in October

In October, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The October record high is 23°C (2006) and the record low is -12°C (1972).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in November

In November, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (1990) and the record low is -24°C (1971).

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather in December

In December, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk averages a high of -3°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (2021) and the record low is -28°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

October is the sunniest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk is sunnier than 59% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in August at 86% and is lowest in April at 72%.

First and last freeze in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

The first fall freeze in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk typically comes around October 1, and the last spring freeze around May 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 130 days.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk station is 34°C, on August 9, 1999. The coldest is -35°C, on February 7, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 131 mm of rain, on August 23, 2001.

45 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 Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -16°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near -3°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 2°C.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk climate questions

How much rain does Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk get?

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk gets 878 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 160 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

August is the wettest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with 107 mm. February is the driest, with 38 mm.

How many rainy days does Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk have a year?

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk has about 160 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

August is the warmest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with an average high of 22°C.

What is the coldest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

February is the coldest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with an average low of -17°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

The record high at the Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk station is 34°C, set on August 9, 1999. The record low is -35°C, on February 7, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

October is the sunniest month in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

The first fall freeze in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk typically comes around October 1. The last spring freeze is around May 24.

What is the best time to visit Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.