August weather forecast
Russia

August signifies the latter part of summer in Russia, with weather conditions generally remaining warm but starting to show signs of the approaching autumn. The days gradually start to shorten, and there's a slight decrease in average temperatures across the country.

In the vast expanse of Siberia, the weather remains pleasantly warm during August. Even in the traditionally cold region of Oymyakon, temperatures are comfortable, ranging from 8°C (46.4°F) to 20°C (68°F). Across the rest of Siberia, similar weather patterns are observed, making August an agreeable time to visit this typically harsh region.

In the central part of Russia, including main cities such as Moscow and Saint Petersburg, August brings warm weather, though not as hot as July. Moscow sees temperatures between 14°C (57.2°F) and 22°C (71.6°F), while Saint Petersburg experiences a slightly cooler range from 13°C (55.4°F) to 19°C (66.2°F). The mesmerizing "White Nights" phenomenon in Saint Petersburg begins to wane, with nights slowly regaining their darkness.

In the southern areas along the Black Sea, including the popular tourist city of Sochi, August remains relatively hot. Temperatures here typically vary from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (80.6°F), making it still a preferred time for beach activities and water sports.

Daylight hours, while still extended, start to reduce as August progresses, particularly in the northern regions. The phenomenon of the midnight sun comes to an end, and the nights begin to regain their dominance.

In terms of precipitation, August is slightly wetter than the previous summer months, with increased frequency of rain showers across the country. However, these rain showers are usually light to moderate and are typically short-lived.

As August transitions into September, the temperatures continue their downward trend, signaling the upcoming autumn season. The weather becomes cooler, and the landscape starts to exhibit the first signs of autumnal colors, particularly towards the end of the month.

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• Moscow - August »
  In Moscow, during August, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. In August, the rain falls for 15 days.
• Saint Petersburg - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Saint Petersburg is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Saint Petersburg is August, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation.
• Novosibirsk - August »
  On the first day of August in Novosibirsk, sunrise is at 04:37 and sunset at 20:31. In Novosibirsk, in August, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation.
• Yekaterinburg - August »
  During the month of August, the temperature in Yekaterinburg falls to an average of 11.9°C (53.4°F). Yekaterinburg's transition into August involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F) in July to an agreeable 21.1°C (70°F).
• Kazan - August »
  Kazan, in the month of August, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F). In August, Kazan sees a minor drop in temperatures from July's peak, recording an average high of 22.9°C (73.2°F).
• Nizhny Novgorod - August »
  On the first day of August in Nizhny Novgorod sunrise is at 04:07 and sunset at 20:13. The months with the most sunshine in Nizhny Novgorod are July and August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.
• Samara - August »
  In Samara in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Samara in August, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.
• Omsk - August »
  In Omsk snow does not fall in June through August. How many days does it rain in August in Omsk?
• Rostov-on-Don - August »
  On the first day of August in Rostov-on-Don sunrise is at 05:00 and sunset at 19:54. In Rostov-on-Don, during August, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.
• Ufa - August »
  On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 21:17. On the last day of August, in Ufa, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:10 +05.
• Krasnoyarsk - August »
  In Krasnoyarsk, in August, during 16.3 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. At the start of August, Krasnoyarsk's average high-temperature reaches an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F), subtly different from the preceding month.