Monthly climate guide
Yaroslavl weather in December
Expect freezing weather in Yaroslavl in December: afternoons reach about -6°C (22°F), while nights drop to around -11°C (13°F). Around 52 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and 4°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Only 2 months are cooler in Yaroslavl than December.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- Mornings start cold: the average low is -11°C, and frost is common.
Avg high
-6°C
22°F
Avg low
-11°C
13°F
Rainfall
52 mm
some rain
Humidity
98%
relative
Sky
87%
cloud · often cloudy
Yaroslavl weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9°C / 16°F | -15°C / 5°F | 48 mm | 99% | 81% |
| February | -6°C / 21°F | -13°C / 9°F | 38 mm | 98% | 78% |
| March | -2°C / 29°F | -9°C / 16°F | 43 mm | 97% | 70% |
| April | 7°C / 44°F | -2°C / 29°F | 53 mm | 87% | 68% |
| May | 17°C / 63°F | 7°C / 44°F | 79 mm | 80% | 59% |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 51°F | 75 mm | 80% | 62% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 56°F | 110 mm | 83% | 63% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 12°C / 53°F | 66 mm | 82% | 57% |
| September | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 71 mm | 86% | 73% |
| October | 6°C / 44°F | 1°C / 33°F | 70 mm | 92% | 83% |
| November | -1°C / 30°F | -5°C / 23°F | 55 mm | 96% | 86% |
| December | -6°C / 22°F | -11°C / 13°F | 52 mm | 98% | 87% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Yaroslavl?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Yaroslavl →Other Russia cities in December
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Yaroslavl in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Yaroslavl?
December is cool in Yaroslavl, with highs around -6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Yaroslavl in December?
Average highs are about -6°C (22°F) and average lows about -11°C (13°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Yaroslavl in December?
Yaroslavl typically gets around 52 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Yaroslavl (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.