Vladivostok has a monsoon-influenced humid continental climate with cold, dry winters and warm, humid, rainy summers. Winter lows can plunge below -15°C, while summer highs reach 22–26°C. Rain falls mainly from June to September, with August the wettest month. Sunshine is most abundant in late spring and early summer, but weather can change rapidly year-round.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Vladivostok’s climate is defined by dramatic seasonal contrasts, shaped by its coastal location and East Asian monsoon. Winters (November–March) are long, cold, and dry, with average highs of -6 to -8°C in January and lows around -15°C. Snow is common but usually light, and clear, sunny days prevail. Wind chills and occasional cold snaps can drive temperatures below -20°C. The sea is typically frozen in winter, and humidity is low, making the cold feel even sharper. December to March sees little precipitation, with just a few centimetres of snow accumulating each month.
Spring (April–May) is short and variable, with temperatures rising rapidly from near freezing to 16°C by May. Rainfall increases, and days lengthen quickly, bringing more sunshine. Summers (June–August) are warm, humid, and rainy, with average highs of 22–26°C and lows of 16–19°C. July and August are the wettest and warmest months, each with over 120 mm of rain and frequent cloudy days. Humidity can reach 90%, and typhoons or tropical storms occasionally bring heavy rain and wind. The sea warms to 18–21°C in August, making swimming possible. Autumn (September–October) brings drier, cooler air, vibrant foliage, and more stable weather, with highs dropping from 20°C in September to 13°C in October. Annual precipitation averages 800–1,100 mm, with most falling in summer. Vladivostok enjoys 1,800–2,000 hours of sunshine per year, with daylight ranging from 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in midsummer.
| Average climate data for Vladivostok, Russia | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | -8 | -5 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 23 | 20 | 13 | 3 | -5 | 23 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -13 | -11 | -4 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 8 | -1 | -10 | -13 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 5 | 13 | 20 | 26 | 65 | 49 | 73 | 116 | 43 | 52 | 32 | 15 | 510 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 2 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 117 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 17 | 37 | 78 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 43 | 31 | 233 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 6 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 36 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 74 | 73 | 72 | 67 | 78 | 86 | 89 | 85 | 77 | 66 | 66 | 72 | 75 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 19 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 15 |
| Average water temperature (°C) | 1 | -0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 14 | 7 | 3 | 9 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 7 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 32 | 34 | 39 | 35 | 40 | 50 | 50 | 48 | 29 | 28 | 32 | 37 | 38 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
The best time to visit Vladivostok is from June to September, when temperatures are mild to warm (16–26°C), the city is lively with festivals, and the sea is warm enough for swimming. These months offer the most daylight, vibrant greenery, and a full calendar of outdoor events, though July and August are wettest – bring rain gear.
The least favourable time to visit is from December to March, when temperatures are coldest (highs of -6 to -8°C, lows below -15°C), snow and wind are frequent, and daylight is shortest. Outdoor activities are limited, but the city’s winter scenery and cultural events offer a unique, quieter experience for those prepared for harsh weather.
Vladivostok has cold, dry winters (highs -6 to -8°C, lows below -15°C) and warm, humid summers (highs 22–26°C). Most rain falls from June to September, while winter is mostly sunny and dry with light snow.
Yes, snow is common from November to March, but falls are usually light and snow depth rarely exceeds 5 cm. Most winter days are clear and sunny, and the sea often freezes along the coast.
July and August are the rainiest months, each with over 120 mm of rain and frequent cloudy days. Summer humidity is high, and typhoons can occasionally bring heavy rain and strong winds.
Vladivostok enjoys 1,800–2,000 hours of sunshine per year. Late spring and early summer are sunniest, with up to 7 hours of sunshine daily, while winter and late summer can be cloudier.
Pack thermal layers, a down jacket, hat, gloves, and boots for winter. In summer, bring light, quick-dry clothing, an umbrella, and sun protection. Always pack layers and check the forecast—weather can change quickly.
Yes, especially from June to September, when weather is warm and the city hosts festivals and outdoor events. Winter is best for snow sports and unique cold-weather experiences, but requires preparation for extreme cold.
Vladivostok is least crowded from November to April, during the coldest months. Summer and early autumn (June–September) are busiest, especially during festivals and when the sea is warm for swimming.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is August (22.6 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (-7.9 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 8.3 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is August (18.1 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-12.6 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 3.4 °C.
The month with the highest average water temperature is August (19.7 °C). The month with the lowest average water temperature is February (-0.4 °C). Overall, the average water temperature over the whole year is 8.6 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is August (116.4 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is January (5 mm). Over the whole year there are 509.5 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is August (16.7 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is January (2.2 days). Over the whole year there are 116.8 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is March (77.9 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 233.1 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is March (9.5 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are June, August and September (0 days). Over the whole year there are 36.2 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is July (88.6 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is October (65.9 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 75.4 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is December (19.2 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is July (11.4 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 15.1 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is June (50.3 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is October (28 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 37.8 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 9 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is May (Average sunshine: 9 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 5.1 h). Over the whole year there are 7.3 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are July and August (UV index: 5). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index: 2). Over the whole year the average UV index is 3.2.
