The best times to visit Barnaul for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Barnaul Travel Info

Weather in Barnaul

Temperature

Average temperatures in Barnaul vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Barnaul, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 80.6°F (27°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.4°F (14.1°C) at night.

Barnaul Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Barnaul Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Barnaul Perceived Temperature (F)

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Barnaul Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Barnaul Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 8.6 1.9 -9.9
Feb 12.5 4.5 -8.1
Mar 31.5 22.9 11.1
Apr 53.7 43.7 30.8
May 64.5 53.9 40
Jun 74.5 64.6 51.1
Jul 78.2 68 55.6
Aug 74.2 63.6 51
Sep 62.4 51.8 39.3
Oct 47.8 39.7 30.1
Nov 28.6 22.4 14.4
Dec 14.7 8 -2.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -13 -16.7 -23.3
Feb -10.8 -15.3 -22.3
Mar -0.3 -5.1 -11.6
Apr 12.1 6.5 -0.7
May 18.1 12.2 4.4
Jun 23.6 18.1 10.6
Jul 25.7 20 13.1
Aug 23.4 17.6 10.6
Sep 16.9 11 4.1
Oct 8.8 4.3 -1.1
Nov -1.9 -5.3 -9.8
Dec -9.6 -13.3 -19.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Barnaul are February, March, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late February and early March. For example, on the week of February 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Barnaul? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Barnaul is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Barnaul.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Barnaul (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 11% 13.9 0.8
Feb 10% 16.9 0.7
Mar 11% 16.3 1
Apr 11% 10 1
May 21% 0 1.8
Jun 17% 0 1.7
Jul 24% 0 3
Aug 19% 0 1.8
Sep 14% 0 1.2
Oct 18% 2.4 1.7
Nov 24% 5.1 2.2
Dec 11% 9.6 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 35.3 2
Feb 10 42.9 1.8
Mar 11 41.4 2.5
Apr 11 25.4 2.5
May 21 0 4.6
Jun 17 0 4.3
Jul 24 0 7.6
Aug 19 0 4.6
Sep 14 0 3
Oct 18 6.1 4.3
Nov 24 13 5.6
Dec 11 24.4 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Barnaul has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (40.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (74.4%).

Wind in Barnaul is usually moderate. The windiest month is November, followed by December and May. November’s average wind speed of around 9.3 knots (10.7 MPH or 17.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early May where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Barnaul.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.3 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Apr 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
May 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Jun 7.1 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Jul 6.4 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 6.7 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Oct 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Nov 9.3 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Dec 9 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.8%
Feb 67.4%
Mar 62.4%
Apr 44.5%
May 40.4%
Jun 49.7%
Jul 55.9%
Aug 55.8%
Sep 53.9%
Oct 60.8%
Nov 74.4%
Dec 72.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Barnaul?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Russia; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Barnaul, Russia is May, followed by February and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Barnaul in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.7 in December means 62.7% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Barnaul Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 20.4°F (-6.4°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Barnaul, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68°F (20°C) and 23.1°F (-4.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Barnaul to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 20.4°F (-6.4°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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