Island in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia
Olkhon Island weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Olkhon Island
Jul–Aug is warmest and busiest; Sep is calm and clear. Feb–Mar offers clear ice. The ice road closes in spring and autumn, so no crossing.
Olkhon Island weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-20°8 mm
- Feb-15°6 mm
- Mar-4°8 mm
- Apr6°16 mm
- May14°32 mm
- Jun22°41 mm
- Jul25°56 mm
- Aug22°56 mm
- Sep14°37 mm
- Oct4°17 mm
- Nov-9°16 mm
- Dec-18°17 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -20°C-4°F | -27°C-17°F | 8 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| February | -15°C6°F | -25°C-13°F | 6 mm | 93% | Freezing |
| March | -4°C25°F | -13°C8°F | 8 mm | 84% | Freezing |
| April | 6°C43°F | 1°C33°F | 16 mm | 62% | Cold |
| May | 14°C57°F | 8°C47°F | 32 mm | 57% | Cool |
| June | 22°C72°F | 17°C63°F | 41 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C76°F | 20°C69°F | 56 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C71°F | 18°C64°F | 56 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| September | 14°C58°F | 10°C49°F | 37 mm | 65% | Cool |
| October | 4°C39°F | -1°C30°F | 17 mm | 71% | Cold |
| November | -9°C16°F | -17°C2°F | 16 mm | 89% | Freezing |
| December | -18°C0°F | -25°C-13°F | 17 mm | 95% | Freezing |
Best months across Russia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Saint Petersburg | Jun–Aug | Jul (22°C) |
| Kazan | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Sochi | May–Sep | Aug (30°C) |
| Kaliningrad | Jun–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Irkutsk | Feb–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Yekaterinburg | Jun–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Vladivostok | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Murmansk | Sep–Mar | Jul (17°C) |
| Novosibirsk | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Nizhny Novgorod | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Olkhon Island | Feb–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky | Feb–Mar, Jul–Sep | Aug (17°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Olkhon Island?
Feb–Mar, Jul–Sep. Jul–Aug is warmest and busiest; Sep is calm and clear. Feb–Mar offers clear ice. The ice road closes in spring and autumn, so no crossing.
When is the rainy season in Olkhon Island?
Rain peaks in July with about 56 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Olkhon Island?
July, with average highs of 25°C (76°F).
How cold does Olkhon Island get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -27°C (-17°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.