The best times to visit Ust-Ilimsk for ideal weather are

June 4th to August 12th

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

 

 


Other Ust-Ilimsk Travel Info

Weather in Ust-Ilimsk

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ust-Ilimsk vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd 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 Ust-Ilimsk, 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 75.2°F (24°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 45.9°F (7.7°C) at night.

Ust-Ilimsk Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ust-Ilimsk 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.

Ust-Ilimsk Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ust-Ilimsk Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ust-Ilimsk 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 -1.3 -11.2 -25.6
Feb 4.2 -8.9 -25.5
Mar 23.3 10.4 -7.2
Apr 41.4 30.7 14.9
May 55.1 44 27.4
Jun 69.6 57.4 38.5
Jul 73.9 62 44.7
Aug 67.6 54.6 38.8
Sep 53.1 41.1 27.9
Oct 33.4 25.4 14.2
Nov 13 4.5 -7.7
Dec -0.9 -9.4 -20.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -18.5 -24 -32
Feb -15.4 -22.7 -31.9
Mar -4.8 -12 -21.8
Apr 5.2 -0.7 -9.5
May 12.8 6.7 -2.6
Jun 20.9 14.1 3.6
Jul 23.3 16.7 7.1
Aug 19.8 12.6 3.8
Sep 11.7 5.1 -2.3
Oct 0.8 -3.7 -9.9
Nov -10.6 -15.3 -22.1
Dec -18.3 -23 -29

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ust-Ilimsk are January, February, 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 early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 21st.

When can you find snow in Ust-Ilimsk? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to mid March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ust-Ilimsk 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 Ust-Ilimsk.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ust-Ilimsk (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 2% 16 0.6
Feb 2% 19.2 0.4
Mar 5% 21.7 0.6
Apr 13% 16.9 0.9
May 17% 2.8 1.4
Jun 19% 0 2.2
Jul 17% 0 1.8
Aug 20% 0 2.2
Sep 13% 1.6 1.5
Oct 12% 3.2 1
Nov 8% 7.7 0.9
Dec 2% 12.3 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 40.6 1.5
Feb 2 48.8 1
Mar 5 55.1 1.5
Apr 13 42.9 2.3
May 17 7.1 3.6
Jun 19 0 5.6
Jul 17 0 4.6
Aug 20 0 5.6
Sep 13 4.1 3.8
Oct 12 8.1 2.5
Nov 8 19.6 2.3
Dec 2 31.2 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Ust-Ilimsk has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is May (45.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (74.5%).

Wind in Ust-Ilimsk is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by October and April. March’s average wind speed of around 4 knots (4.6 MPH or 7.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 10.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ust-Ilimsk.

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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 2.8 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 4 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
May 3.7 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Jul 2.3 Barely noticeable 5 Gentle breeze
Aug 1.9 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.6 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.4%
Feb 60.3%
Mar 55.8%
Apr 48.9%
May 45.7%
Jun 52.1%
Jul 63.3%
Aug 69.7%
Sep 68.9%
Oct 70.6%
Nov 74.5%
Dec 70.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ust-Ilimsk?

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 Ust-Ilimsk, Russia is October, followed by August and May. 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 Ust-Ilimsk in February. 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 42.4 in February means 42.4% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Ust-Ilimsk Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 58.7°F (14.8°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Ust-Ilimsk, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 60.2°F (15.7°C) and 4.9°F (-15.1°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Ust-Ilimsk to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 14°F (-10°C) and -9.5°F (-23.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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