Climate for Station: Minsk, Belarus

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Minsk, Belarus

2026-03-01 05:27

0.3°C

Feels -3°C

H: 1.7°C / L: -3°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 10.1 kph

▲ 2.2°C vs historical high

Clear

2026-03-02

H: 2°C

L: -2°C

Rain: 81%

Rainfall: 0.25mm

Wind: 24.1kph

▲ 2.4°C

2026-03-03

H: 0.8°C

L: -2°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.07mm

Wind: 22.7kph

▲ 1.0°C

2026-03-04

H: 2.7°C

L: -1.1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.01mm

Wind: 23.4kph

▲ 2.9°C

2026-03-05

H: 3.2°C

L: -1.6°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 20.5kph

▲ 2.9°C

2026-03-06

H: 2.5°C

L: -1.3°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 13.7kph

▲ 2.0°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Minsk's climate is experiencing a nuanced shift with a slight warming trend in high temperatures and a marginal cooling in lows over the past decade. Precipitation patterns are becoming slightly more concentrated, indicating potential changes in rainfall distribution. These shifts occur against the backdrop of Belarus's climate goals, which aim to mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Continental Climate Dynamics

Minsk, located at 53.87°N, 27.53°E, is characterised by a humid continental climate, classified under the Köppen system as Dfb. This classification denotes cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. The city's geography, situated in the flat plains of Belarus, lacks significant geographical barriers such as mountains or large bodies of water, which means that weather patterns are largely influenced by continental air masses.

Temperature Trends: A Tale of Two Intervals

Over the past decade, Minsk has seen a warming trend in high temperatures, with an increase of 1.04°C (1.87°F). Conversely, low temperatures have experienced a cooling trend, decreasing by 0.50°C (0.90°F). This divergence in short-term trends contrasts with the all-time data, where both highs and lows have shown a warming trend of 0.26°C (0.47°F) and 0.22°C (0.40°F), respectively. The current maximum temperature record stands at 35.8°C (96.4°F), while the minimum is a frigid -39.1°C (-38.4°F).

Precipitation Patterns: A Subtle Shift

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Minsk has shown a slight increase from a baseline of 11.67 to a current value of 12.07. This indicates a marginal shift towards more concentrated precipitation events, suggesting that rainfall may be occurring in fewer, more intense episodes. While this change is not drastic, it could have implications for local water management and agricultural practices.

Regional Climate Context

Belarus has been proactive in addressing climate change, with national goals aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing resilience to climate impacts. The observed trends in Minsk's climate data align with broader regional patterns, where warming temperatures and changing precipitation dynamics are common themes. Recent weather events, such as heatwaves and heavy rainfall, highlight the importance of understanding these trends for future planning and adaptation strategies.

Implications for Future Climate Resilience

As Minsk continues to navigate the challenges posed by climate change, understanding the nuances of its local climate trends is crucial. The slight warming of high temperatures and the marginal increase in precipitation concentration suggest potential areas for adaptation, particularly in urban planning and infrastructure resilience. These insights are vital for informing policy and ensuring that Minsk remains prepared for the evolving climate landscape.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +1.04 °C/decade

Low: -0.50 °C/decade

Rain: -0.87 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.66 °C/decade

Low: +0.19 °C/decade

Rain: -0.00 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.59 °C/decade

Low: +0.47 °C/decade

Rain: +0.05 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.26 °C/decade

Low: +0.22 °C/decade

Rain: +0.02 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 55.5%

This Year: 75.5%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 11.6

Historical Average: 12.1

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 97^th percentile

Low: 86^th percentile

Rain: 8^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -5.7%

Low: -20.3%

Intraday: +42.2%

Data Coverage

86.2%

First Year of Data

1891

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	35.8 °C	—	-32.4 °C	28.6 °C	—	-34.9 °C	22.0 °C	—	-39.1 °C	73.5 mm	—	—	—
January	10.3 °C	-3.6 °C	-32.4 °C	8.3 °C	-6.2 °C	-34.9 °C	5.2 °C	-9.1 °C	-39.1 °C	24.9 mm	1.3 mm	—	—
February	13.6 °C	-2.5 °C	-26.4 °C	8.5 °C	-5.5 °C	-29.8 °C	6.5 °C	-8.6 °C	-35.1 °C	23.5 mm	1.2 mm	—	—
March	24.0 °C	2.6 °C	-15.8 °C	14.9 °C	-1.2 °C	-20.8 °C	9.0 °C	-4.8 °C	-30.5 °C	53.0 mm	1.3 mm	—	—
April	28.0 °C	10.9 °C	-5.4 °C	22.9 °C	6.1 °C	-10.4 °C	13.9 °C	1.6 °C	-18.4 °C	32.8 mm	1.5 mm	—	—
May	30.9 °C	18.1 °C	2.6 °C	26.5 °C	12.9 °C	-0.7 °C	18.0 °C	7.4 °C	-5.0 °C	61.8 mm	2.0 mm	—	—
June	35.8 °C	21.7 °C	5.2 °C	27.4 °C	16.6 °C	2.3 °C	20.7 °C	11.1 °C	0.0 °C	72.5 mm	2.6 mm	—	—
July	35.0 °C	23.2 °C	12.7 °C	27.9 °C	18.2 °C	9.1 °C	22.0 °C	13.0 °C	3.8 °C	73.5 mm	2.9 mm	—	—
August	35.8 °C	22.3 °C	10.0 °C	28.6 °C	17.0 °C	6.8 °C	21.5 °C	12.0 °C	1.7 °C	61.4 mm	2.4 mm	—	—
September	31.0 °C	16.9 °C	2.8 °C	24.0 °C	12.0 °C	1.1 °C	16.5 °C	7.7 °C	-4.7 °C	43.0 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
October	24.7 °C	9.8 °C	-6.4 °C	18.2 °C	6.1 °C	-8.9 °C	14.2 °C	2.9 °C	-12.9 °C	36.9 mm	1.6 mm	—	—
November	16.0 °C	3.0 °C	-11.8 °C	12.3 °C	0.7 °C	-15.8 °C	11.3 °C	-1.4 °C	-20.4 °C	43.3 mm	1.6 mm	—	—
December	11.1 °C	-1.4 °C	-24.0 °C	8.3 °C	-3.6 °C	-27.9 °C	7.0 °C	-6.0 °C	-30.6 °C	41.0 mm	1.4 mm	—	—