Climate for Station: Chita, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia

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Chita, Russia

2026-03-01 11:29

-19.8°C

Feels -23.5°C

H: -14.1°C / L: -24.2°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 4.3 kph

▼ 7.1°C vs historical high

Overcast

2026-03-02

H: -13.1°C

L: -29.6°C

Rain: 83%

Rainfall: 0.22mm

Wind: 16.2kph

▼ 6.8°C

2026-03-03

H: -13.6°C

L: -26.7°C

Rain: 82%

Rainfall: 1.29mm

Wind: 12.6kph

▼ 8.0°C

2026-03-04

H: -13.3°C

L: -32.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.03mm

Wind: 4.7kph

▼ 7.6°C

2026-03-05

H: -9.9°C

L: -30.7°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.06mm

Wind: 5.4kph

▼ 4.5°C

2026-03-06

H: -8.2°C

L: -27°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.02mm

Wind: 5.8kph

▼ 2.9°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Chita's climate is experiencing a nuanced transformation with a general warming trend in high temperatures over time, while recent years show contrasting cooling trends in lows. Precipitation is becoming more concentrated, indicating potential shifts in seasonal weather patterns.

Köppen Classification and Geographic Influences

Chita, located at 52.0831°N, 113.4831°E, falls under the Dwb category in the Köppen climate classification, characterized by dry winters and warm summers. Nestled in the Transbaikal region, the local climate is influenced by its position within a continental interior, far from moderating oceanic effects. The surrounding terrain, including the nearby Yablonovy Mountains, contributes to temperature extremes, with records showing a maximum of 43.2°C (109.8°F) and a minimum of -49.6°C (-57.3°F).

Temperature Trends: A Complex Picture

Over the long term, Chita's climate exhibits a warming trend. All-time data reveals a rise in high temperatures by 0.22°C (0.39°F) and low temperatures by 0.19°C (0.34°F). However, the past decade presents a more complex picture, with high temperatures increasing by 0.58°C (1.04°F), while low temperatures have slightly decreased by 0.02°C (0.04°F). This suggests a divergence in recent thermal behaviour, where daytime warming is more pronounced, yet nights have seen a marginal cooling.

Precipitation Patterns: Increasing Concentration

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Chita has shifted from a baseline of 18.8 to a current value of 23.3, indicating a significant increase in precipitation concentration. This suggests that rainfall events are becoming more intense and less frequent, which could impact water availability and agriculture. A PCI over 20 is considered highly concentrated, highlighting the potential for more extreme weather events.

Regional Climate Context and Implications

Russia's broader climate goals focus on mitigating the impacts of climate change, and Chita's evolving climate profile is a microcosm of these challenges. The observed warming trends align with national concerns over rising temperatures and their ecological impacts. Recent weather events, such as severe heatwaves, underscore the urgency of adaptive strategies in the region.

Implications for Local Climate Adaptation

The combination of warming temperatures and concentrated precipitation patterns in Chita necessitates a strategic approach to climate adaptation. Infrastructure resilience, water resource management, and agricultural practices must evolve to accommodate these changes. The nuanced trends in temperature and precipitation provide critical insights for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to bolster regional climate resilience.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.58 °C/decade

Low: -0.02 °C/decade

Rain: -0.07 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.32 °C/decade

Low: +0.39 °C/decade

Rain: +0.20 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.40 °C/decade

Low: +0.59 °C/decade

Rain: +0.02 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.22 °C/decade

Low: +0.19 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 53.2%

This Year: 57.4%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 23.3

Historical Average: 18.8

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 88^th percentile

Low: 92^nd percentile

Rain: 81^st percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -8.7%

Low: -10.4%

Intraday: -4.1%

Data Coverage

91.5%

First Year of Data

1890

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	43.2 °C	—	-38.1 °C	29.2 °C	—	-44.4 °C	21.9 °C	—	-49.6 °C	104.2 mm	—	—	—
January	0.4 °C	-18.0 °C	-38.1 °C	-4.1 °C	-25.7 °C	-44.4 °C	-6.1 °C	-32.0 °C	-49.6 °C	20.0 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
February	7.4 °C	-11.4 °C	-34.4 °C	-2.0 °C	-20.8 °C	-42.5 °C	-5.6 °C	-28.5 °C	-48.0 °C	6.7 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
March	21.1 °C	-1.2 °C	-21.7 °C	8.6 °C	-10.3 °C	-32.7 °C	6.0 °C	-18.4 °C	-45.3 °C	22.0 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
April	29.3 °C	8.7 °C	-10.4 °C	18.4 °C	0.9 °C	-18.5 °C	10.4 °C	-6.5 °C	-29.6 °C	26.2 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
May	36.9 °C	17.3 °C	0.6 °C	23.3 °C	9.1 °C	-5.2 °C	18.1 °C	0.8 °C	-13.3 °C	55.5 mm	0.9 mm	—	—
June	43.2 °C	24.4 °C	3.7 °C	29.2 °C	16.2 °C	1.2 °C	20.6 °C	8.0 °C	-5.4 °C	52.6 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
July	43.0 °C	26.0 °C	12.9 °C	28.9 °C	18.8 °C	7.8 °C	21.9 °C	12.0 °C	0.1 °C	98.1 mm	3.1 mm	—	—
August	40.9 °C	23.1 °C	7.9 °C	26.1 °C	15.8 °C	4.1 °C	19.3 °C	9.5 °C	-9.2 °C	104.2 mm	2.9 mm	—	—
September	35.0 °C	16.4 °C	0.7 °C	20.1 °C	8.4 °C	-3.7 °C	15.4 °C	2.0 °C	-10.8 °C	37.4 mm	1.5 mm	—	—
October	26.0 °C	6.7 °C	-15.0 °C	14.4 °C	-0.9 °C	-25.0 °C	10.3 °C	-6.9 °C	-33.1 °C	37.0 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
November	12.7 °C	-6.5 °C	-28.8 °C	5.4 °C	-13.5 °C	-34.7 °C	1.2 °C	-19.4 °C	-41.1 °C	13.5 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
December	5.0 °C	-16.1 °C	-34.5 °C	0.3 °C	-22.9 °C	-42.2 °C	-2.2 °C	-28.6 °C	-47.8 °C	5.5 mm	0.2 mm	—	—