Our verdict
The best time to visit Saint Petersburg is May-June
In the summer months, temperatures can reach as high as 29℃ (84℉) in Saint Petersburg. In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of -8℃ (17℉).
If you’re keen to see the sights of Saint Petersburg during the day, the sun stays up the longest around July. The wet season in Saint Petersburg falls around July, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in April instead.
To learn everything you need to know (and none of the stuff you don’t) about when to visit Saint Petersburg, keep reading below. Plus, you’ll find tools to help you get the best deals on travel and hotels too!
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Saint Petersburg seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Saint Petersburg as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Saint Petersburg is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Saint Petersburg
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Saint Petersburg for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Saint Petersburg climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Saint Petersburg for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Saint Petersburg in January
- Average temperature: -6℃ (21℉)
- Average high temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average low temperature: -8℃ (17℉)
- Average humidity: 93%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 5 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in February
- Average temperature: -5℃ (23℉)
- Average high temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average low temperature: -8℃ (18℉)
- Average humidity: 94%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 4 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in March
- Average temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average high temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in April
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 29mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in May
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 70%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Saint Petersburg in June
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 71%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Saint Petersburg in July
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 54mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Saint Petersburg in August
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Saint Petersburg in September
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 38mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Saint Petersburg in October
- Average temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in November
- Average temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 88%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 31mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Saint Petersburg in December
- Average temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average high temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 92%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Saint Petersburg in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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