The best times to visit Kostroma for ideal weather are

April 30th to September 2nd

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

 

 


Other Kostroma Travel Info

Weather in Kostroma

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kostroma vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd 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 Kostroma, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 79.1°F (26.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.8°F (15.4°C) at night.

Kostroma Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kostroma 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.

Kostroma Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kostroma Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kostroma 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 17.1 13 7.5
Feb 21.7 16.8 10.9
Mar 32.3 25.7 18.3
Apr 48.4 40.5 31.9
May 66.5 57.3 46.9
Jun 70.7 62.2 52
Jul 77.9 68.5 57.5
Aug 72.4 63.1 53.4
Sep 59.3 52.1 45.1
Oct 43.8 38.7 33.4
Nov 34.2 31.1 27.1
Dec 24.7 20.8 15.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -8.3 -10.6 -13.6
Feb -5.7 -8.4 -11.7
Mar 0.2 -3.5 -7.6
Apr 9.1 4.7 -0.1
May 19.2 14.1 8.3
Jun 21.5 16.8 11.1
Jul 25.5 20.3 14.2
Aug 22.4 17.3 11.9
Sep 15.2 11.2 7.3
Oct 6.6 3.7 0.8
Nov 1.2 -0.5 -2.7
Dec -4.1 -6.2 -9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kostroma are July, February, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 5th.

When can you find snow in Kostroma? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Kostroma is often around around March 12th 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 Kostroma.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kostroma (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 12% 10.3 1.2
Feb 7% 16 0.6
Mar 9% 15.7 0.6
Apr 7% 11.2 0.6
May 12% 0 1.3
Jun 14% 0 1.4
Jul 5% 0 0.8
Aug 8% 0 1.2
Sep 18% 0 1.9
Oct 23% 2.6 2
Nov 20% 2.6 1.8
Dec 17% 4.3 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 26.2 3
Feb 7 40.6 1.5
Mar 9 39.9 1.5
Apr 7 28.4 1.5
May 12 0 3.3
Jun 14 0 3.6
Jul 5 0 2
Aug 8 0 3
Sep 18 0 4.8
Oct 23 6.6 5.1
Nov 20 6.6 4.6
Dec 17 10.9 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Kostroma has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is May (50.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (84.9%).

Wind in Kostroma is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by March and December. February’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.9 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 12.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.7 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.7 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
May 6 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.8 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 7 Gentle breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 7.3 Gentle breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 80.5%
Feb 72.2%
Mar 64%
Apr 51.7%
May 50.9%
Jun 61.5%
Jul 61.5%
Aug 66.2%
Sep 76%
Oct 77.8%
Nov 84.9%
Dec 82.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kostroma?

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 Kostroma, Russia is May, followed by March and February. 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 Kostroma 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 67.4 in December means 67.4% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Kostroma Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 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 least precipitation with 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Kostroma, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 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 Kostroma to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 9.6°F (-12.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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