Weather radar Sochi
Real-time precipitation radar · Krasnodar · Russia
Sochi climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Sochi shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 10.9° | 9.9° | 12.8° | 19° | 21.6° | 26.2° | 29.4° | 30.9° | 25.9° | 20.3° | 17.3° | 12.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | 3.9° | 3.6° | 5.4° | 10.5° | 12.9° | 17.7° | 20.1° | 21.3° | 16.9° | 11.8° | 9.5° | 6.4° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 190 | 184 | 139 | 104 | 95 | 96 | 109 | 36 | 146 | 151 | 146 | 178 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 14 | 18 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 8 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 14 |
| Sunshine hours | 179 | 176 | 249 | 278 | 337 | 386 | 397 | 382 | 299 | 253 | 199 | 163 |
| Humidity | 74% | 77% | 76% | 73% | 78% | 81% | 80% | 79% | 80% | 79% | 74% | 77% |
Best time to visit Sochi
The best time to visit Sochi is typically August. In this month the average high is 30.9°C, precipitation is 36 mm and sunshine duration is 382 hours. The annual average high is 19.8°C, total annual precipitation is 1574 mm (162 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3298 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sochi
How up to date is the weather radar for Sochi?
The weather radar for Sochi is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Sochi?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Sochi: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Sochi?
The thunderstorm potential for Sochi is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Sochi.
What is the climate like in Sochi?
Sochi has an annual average high of 19.8°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 30.9°C), the coldest February (avg low 3.6°C). The wettest month is January with 190 mm, the driest August with 36 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1574 mm (162 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3298 hours.