The best times to visit Tambov for ideal weather are

May 7th 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 Tambov Travel Info

Weather in Tambov

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tambov vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 53rd 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 Tambov, 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 84.1°F (28.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.5°F (14.7°C) at night.

Tambov Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tambov 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.

Tambov Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tambov Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tambov 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 21 15.9 9.4
Feb 23.7 18 11.2
Mar 36.2 29.3 21.5
Apr 56.1 46.1 35.1
May 73 61.7 48.9
Jun 76.8 66.4 54.4
Jul 82.1 70.8 58.2
Aug 80.4 68.3 55.5
Sep 66.8 56.5 46.3
Oct 51.2 43.8 36.5
Nov 38.3 33.5 28.1
Dec 28.1 24 18.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -6.1 -8.9 -12.6
Feb -4.6 -7.8 -11.6
Mar 2.3 -1.5 -5.8
Apr 13.4 7.8 1.7
May 22.8 16.5 9.4
Jun 24.9 19.1 12.4
Jul 27.8 21.6 14.6
Aug 26.9 20.2 13.1
Sep 19.3 13.6 7.9
Oct 10.7 6.6 2.5
Nov 3.5 0.8 -2.2
Dec -2.2 -4.4 -7.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tambov are August, May, 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 February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid March with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of March 19th.

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

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tambov (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 6% 8.3 0.6
Feb 5% 9.9 0.5
Mar 6% 7.6 0.4
Apr 4% 3.8 0.4
May 4% 0 0.4
Jun 10% 0 1.2
Jul 5% 0 0.6
Aug 3% 0 0.6
Sep 8% 0 0.7
Oct 10% 0.4 1
Nov 8% 2.2 0.7
Dec 7% 3.3 0.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 21.1 1.5
Feb 5 25.1 1.3
Mar 6 19.3 1
Apr 4 9.7 1
May 4 0 1
Jun 10 0 3
Jul 5 0 1.5
Aug 3 0 1.5
Sep 8 0 1.8
Oct 10 1 2.5
Nov 8 5.6 1.8
Dec 7 8.4 2

 

Humidity and Wind

Tambov has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (49.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (78.9%).

Wind in Tambov is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by November and February. December’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9.1 MPH or 14.6 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 April where average top sustained speeds reach 12.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 11.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 11 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 11 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.8%
Feb 72.3%
Mar 68.8%
Apr 52.9%
May 49.3%
Jun 54.6%
Jul 53.9%
Aug 53.8%
Sep 63.3%
Oct 69.9%
Nov 78.9%
Dec 78.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tambov?

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 Tambov, 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 Tambov 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 Tambov Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.9°F (24.9°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 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 moderate precipitation with 1 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Tambov, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 32.3°F (0.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 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 Tambov to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 33°F (0.6°C) and 16.4°F (-8.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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