What’s the climate like in Belarus?
The current climate of Belarus features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 25°C during the day to lows of -1°C. The average yearly temperature is around 13°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -6°C and in the warmer months around 13°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Belarus in recent years was 35°C in August 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -21°C in January 2017.
On average, Belarus gets 683 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 114 cm is snowfall. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate of Belarus is based on weather data from Minsk. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Belarus for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Belarus?
The best time to visit Belarus for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Belarus. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Belarus
The climate table of Belarus shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | -1 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -6 | -4 | -2 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0 | -3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 53 | 39 | 39 | 48 | 63 | 69 | 87 | 68 | 58 | 52 | 50 | 57 |
| Snow (cm) | 31 | 33 | 11 | 2,0 | 0,2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,4 | 11 | 25 |
| UV Index | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 13°C
- Highest temperature: 25°C in August
- Lowest temperature: -1°C in January
- Precipitation*: 683 mm per year, averaging 57 mm per month
- Snowfall: 114 cm per year
- Driest months: 39 mm in February, March and 48 mm in April
- Wettest months: 87 mm in July, 69 mm in June and 68 mm in August
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Belarus
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Belarus. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Belarus
This graph shows how much precipitation Belarus gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Belarus
This graph shows how much snow Belarus gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Belarus
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Belarus. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Belarus
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Belarus. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Belarus
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Belarus over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Belarus
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Belarus over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Belarus
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It was very cold, there was a lot of snow. Be prepared for cold weather, limited opportunities for outdoor recreation and short days. Not suitable if you are looking for warmth.— This text is automatically translated to English
Daytime temperatures ranged between 20 and 25 degrees, with occasional light thunderstorms. Although humidity could be high, most days were sunny and pleasant for outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Cool temperatures and frequent grey days were not bright spots. Compared to the summer sun, November gets grey and cold. Dresden gets warm.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Unfortunately, this undermined our plans to get active or visit local gems. A typical winter indeed!— This text is automatically translated to English
It often rained and sometimes even snowed. A warm coat is a must.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Belarus by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Belarus. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
