Yelets, Russia experiences average highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 9 rainy days per month. Average highs have warmed by 1.6°C (2.9°F) across the available records.
Yelets, Russia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Yelets, Russia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Nov 
Wetter season: May–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.7/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
3
Low
Temperature 12°C / 4°C
Feels Like 9°C / 1°C
Rainy Days 9
Rainfall 48 mm
Sunshine 7 h
Humidity 73%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 3°C
Snow Days 9 days
Frost Days 19 days
Hottest Month
26°C
July
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 11 days
Coldest Month
-8°C
January
Avg High -3°C
Rain 10 days
Driest Month
6 days
August
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
January (Gusts 38)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to very cold temperatures.
Sun Position
Sunrise 04:02
Daylight 16.8h
Sunset 20:51
Live conditions —
Yelets on the map · live conditions
Yelets, Russia
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Russia
- City
- Yelets
- Population
- 115.7K
- Coordinates
- 52.61°, 38.51°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 12°C
Avg Low 3°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 9 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 11°C
Avg Low 5°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High -2°C
Avg Low -7°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: -3°C / -8°C . Feb: -2°C / -8°C . Mar: 4°C / -4°C . Apr: 14°C / 4°C . May: 19°C / 9°C . Jun: 24°C / 14°C . Jul: 26°C / 16°C . Aug: 26°C / 16°C . Sep: 19°C / 11°C . Oct: 12°C / 5°C . Nov: 4°C / -1°C . Dec: -1°C / -5°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 51 mm. Feb: 35 mm. Mar: 39 mm. Apr: 47 mm. May: 52 mm. Jun: 53 mm. Jul: 62 mm. Aug: 34 mm. Sep: 39 mm. Oct: 55 mm. Nov: 50 mm. Dec: 53 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 86%. Mar: 80%. Apr: 66%. May: 64%. Jun: 64%. Jul: 65%. Aug: 61%. Sep: 63%. Oct: 75%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 23 km/h . Feb: 23 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 19 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 20 km/h . Dec: 21 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 2h. Feb: 4h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 9h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 5h. Nov: 2h. Dec: 1h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 1. Feb: UV 2. Mar: UV 3. Apr: UV 4. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 4. Oct: UV 2. Nov: UV 1. Dec: UV 1.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 17 days. Feb: 13 days. Mar: 9 days. Apr: 2 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 1 days. Nov: 7 days. Dec: 15 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.6°C (2.9°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 17 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 27°C | Jul · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · -10°C | Jan · -8°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 81 mm | Jul · 62 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 21 km/h | Jan · 23 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Poor November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C / -8°C | -8°C / -13°C | 10days (51 mm) Wet | 1.7h Poor | 86% Very Muggy | 1.1 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | -2°C / -8°C | -7°C / -13°C | 9days (35 mm) Wet | 3.8h Poor | 86% Very Muggy | 2.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 4°C / -4°C | -1°C / -9°C | 9days (39 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 80% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 14°C / 4°C | 10°C / 0°C | 10days (47 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 66% Muggy | 4.4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| May | 19°C / 9°C | 17°C / 6°C | 11days (52 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 5.3 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 14°C | 23°C / 13°C | 10days (53 mm) Wet | 12.9h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 16°C | 26°C / 16°C | 11days (62 mm) Wet | 12.8h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 16°C | 25°C / 15°C | 6days (34 mm) Good | 11.6h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 5.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 19°C / 11°C | 17°C / 8°C | 6days (39 mm) Good | 8.3h Good | 63% Muggy | 3.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 12°C / 5°C | 8°C / 1°C | 10days (55 mm) Wet | 5h Fair | 75% Muggy | 2 Low | Poor | View Details |
| November | 4°C / -1°C | -1°C / -5°C | 8days (50 mm) Wet | 2.2h Poor | 82% Humid | 1 Low | Poor | View Details |
| December | -1°C / -5°C | -6°C / -10°C | 12days (53 mm) Wet | 1h Poor | 87% Very Muggy | 0.8 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Yelets are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Yelets, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Yelets is July, with average daytime highs of 26°C (79°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Yelets is January, with average overnight lows of -8°C (18°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Yelets is July, averaging 62mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Yelets runs through December, May, July, January, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Yelets.
Yelets receives approximately 87 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Yelets.
The least favorable months to visit Yelets are January, February, November, December, primarily due to very cold temperatures. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Yelets is 3, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Yelets is 73%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Yelets receives snow. Months with snowfall average 9 snow days and 15 cm (6 in) of accumulation, with about 19 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Yelets are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 38 km/h / 24 mph).
Yelets averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 67%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Yelets is 3°C (37°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Yelets has a Warm-Summer Continental climate, classified as Dfb under the Köppen system. Continental climates experience extreme temperature ranges — hot summers and cold, snowy winters.
The 'feels like' temperature in Yelets ranges from 1°C (34°F) to 9°C (48°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Yelets. It earns a climate score of 8.3/10 with Excellent.
For June in Yelets, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 24°C (75°F) and 10 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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