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Russia weather in December

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

Russia

December in Russia: changeable weather. Roughly 6h 45m of daylight, with light from about 09:07 to 15:52. December isn't peak season in Russia. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Russia in December

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight6.8 h
Sun09:07-15:52
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

December in Russia, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

Questions & answers

December in Russia, FAQ

Does it snow in Russia in December?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Russia in December?
About 6h 45m of daylight. The sun rises around 09:07 and sets around 15:52. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is December a good time to visit Russia?
December isn't peak season in Russia. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

Russia — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Russia, every airline at once.

Rates in Russia shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset