Weather in Yakutsk
What's the weather like in Yakutsk?
Yakutsk has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from -34°C (-29°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around -40°C (-40°F) and 15°C (58°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Yakutsk are June through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇷🇺 Russia
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Yakutsk
- Coordinates
- 62.034, 129.733
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -34°C / -29°F | -40°C / -40°F | 4 mm | 7 | — |
| February | -26°C / -16°F | -34°C / -30°F | 5 mm | 7 | — |
| March | -9°C / 15°F | -21°C / -6°F | 9 mm | 9 | — |
| April | 2°C / 36°F | -9°C / 16°F | 17 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 13°C / 56°F | 2°C / 35°F | 20 mm | 14 | — |
| June | 24°C / 74°F | 11°C / 52°F | 29 mm | 11 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 58°F | 42 mm | 13 | — |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 48 mm | 14 | — |
| September | 11°C / 51°F | 2°C / 36°F | 33 mm | 12 | — |
| October | -2°C / 28°F | -8°C / 17°F | 19 mm | 14 | — |
| November | -21°C / -7°F | -27°C / -17°F | 10 mm | 10 | — |
| December | -34°C / -29°F | -39°C / -38°F | 4 mm | 6 | — |
Yakutsk by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yakutsk?
The most comfortable months in Yakutsk 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 Yakutsk?
July is typically the hottest month in Yakutsk, averaging a high of 25°C (77°F).
What is the coldest month in Yakutsk?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -40°C (-40°F).
Does it snow in Yakutsk?
Snow is rare in Yakutsk; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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