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Best Time to Visit Saint Petersburg

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Saint Petersburg, Russia.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 July 19.3°C 83mm 95
#2 August 17.6°C 86mm 91
#3 June 16.4°C 69mm 89
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 46 Feb 46 Mar 54 Apr 67 May 80 Jun 89 Jul 95 Aug 91 Sep 81 Oct 69 Nov 58 Dec 51
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
5.5°C · 40mm/mo

Spring is cool and relatively dry.

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Summer
17.8°C · 79mm/mo

Summer is mild and relatively dry.

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Autumn
6.6°C · 60mm/mo

Autumn is cool and relatively dry.

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Winter
-4.1°C · 44mm/mo

Winter is cold and relatively dry.

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Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Saint Petersburg?
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By comfort score, July is the best month to visit Saint Petersburg (score: 95). Expect average temperatures of 19.3°C and 83mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Saint Petersburg?
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February sees the heaviest rainfall in Saint Petersburg (36mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Saint Petersburg like in summer?
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Summer in Saint Petersburg averages 17.8°C with 79mm of rain per month. It remains relatively cool.

04 What is Saint Petersburg like in winter?
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Winter averages -4.1°C with 44mm per month. Bring heavy winter clothing.

05 What should I pack for Saint Petersburg?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Saint Petersburg?
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Peak season falls in July, August, June. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in September, May, October.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01