Weather in Murmansk
What's the weather like in Murmansk?
Murmansk has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -8°C (17°F) in January to 18°C (64°F) in July, with overnight lows around -14°C (7°F) and 10°C (51°F) respectively.
No month in Murmansk sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually July and August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇷🇺 Russia
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Moscow
- Coordinates
- 68.959, 33.083
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8°C / 17°F | -14°C / 7°F | 35 mm | 19 | — |
| February | -5°C / 22°F | -10°C / 13°F | 32 mm | 18 | — |
| March | -2°C / 28°F | -8°C / 18°F | 41 mm | 21 | — |
| April | 3°C / 37°F | -4°C / 25°F | 41 mm | 21 | — |
| May | 9°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 64 mm | 22 | — |
| June | 14°C / 57°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 21 | — |
| July | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 51°F | 56 mm | 19 | — |
| August | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 81 mm | 23 | — |
| September | 10°C / 50°F | 5°C / 41°F | 66 mm | 19 | — |
| October | 3°C / 37°F | -1°C / 30°F | 51 mm | 20 | — |
| November | -2°C / 28°F | -6°C / 21°F | 35 mm | 18 | — |
| December | -5°C / 23°F | -10°C / 14°F | 36 mm | 18 | — |
Murmansk by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Murmansk?
The most comfortable months in Murmansk are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Murmansk?
July is typically the hottest month in Murmansk, averaging a high of 18°C (64°F).
What is the coldest month in Murmansk?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -14°C (7°F).
Does it snow in Murmansk?
Snow is rare in Murmansk; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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