Climate for Station: Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskij, Kamchatka Krai, Russia

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Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy

Kamchatka, Russia

2026-03-01 14:30

-1.6°C

Feels -7.8°C

H: -1.5°C / L: -10°C

Precip: 0.03mm | Wind: 24.1 kph

▲ 2.1°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-02

H: -1.7°C

L: -9.7°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.06mm

Wind: 17.6kph

▲ 2.0°C

2026-03-03

H: -2.9°C

L: -10.2°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.01mm

Wind: 13.7kph

▲ 0.5°C

2026-03-04

H: -3.4°C

L: -11.3°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 14kph

▼ 0.1°C

2026-03-05

H: -1.9°C

L: -8.5°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 14.8kph

▲ 1.4°C

2026-03-06

H: -2.3°C

L: -6.7°C

Rain: 68%

Rainfall: 0.82mm

Wind: 25.9kph

▲ 1.0°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskij is experiencing a nuanced climate shift, with a warming trend in lows and a cooling trend in highs over the past decade. The overall warming of both highs and lows over the longer term, coupled with a slight decrease in precipitation concentration, suggests a subtle yet meaningful transformation in the region's climate dynamics.

Köppen Climate Context and Geographic Influence

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskij, situated in the Kamchatka Peninsula, falls under the subarctic climate category (Dfc) in the Köppen classification. This climate type is characterized by long, cold winters and short, mild summers. The city's proximity to the Pacific Ocean and its mountainous terrain significantly influences its weather patterns, often resulting in substantial snowfall and a maritime climate effect that moderates temperature extremes. The local geography plays a pivotal role in shaping the observed climate trends.

Decadal Temperature Trends: A Mixed Bag

The past decade has seen a divergence in temperature trends in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskij. The high temperatures have shown a slight cooling of 0.04°C (0.07°F), while the low temperatures have experienced a warming of 0.59°C (1.06°F). This contrast highlights a complex thermal dynamic where nighttime temperatures are rising, potentially affecting local ecosystems and human activities. Despite this recent cooling in highs, the all-time trend indicates a warming of 0.31°C (0.56°F) for highs and 0.26°C (0.47°F) for lows, suggesting an overall increase in temperatures over the longer term.

Precipitation Patterns: A Slight Shift

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskij has experienced a marginal decrease from a baseline of 11.97 to a current value of 11.58. The PCI measures how precipitation is distributed over time, with higher values indicating more concentrated rainfall in fewer events. This slight decrease suggests a trend towards more evenly distributed precipitation events, which could influence water resource management and agricultural planning in the region.

Temperature Extremes: Record Observations

The region has recorded extreme temperatures, with a maximum of 30.0°C (86.0°F) and a minimum of -31.7°C (-25.1°F). These records underscore the variability and potential for extreme weather events, which are critical considerations for infrastructure resilience and emergency preparedness.

Regional Climate Goals and Implications

Russia's broader climate goals, which include reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change impacts, provide a relevant backdrop to these findings. The observed warming trends, particularly in nighttime lows, align with global patterns of climate change and highlight the importance of regional adaptation strategies. The slight decrease in precipitation concentration may offer some respite in terms of flood risk, yet it also necessitates careful monitoring to ensure water resources remain sustainable for the local population and ecosystems.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: -0.04 °C/decade

Low: +0.59 °C/decade

Rain: +0.16 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.63 °C/decade

Low: +0.41 °C/decade

Rain: +0.13 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.33 °C/decade

Low: +0.21 °C/decade

Rain: +0.04 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.31 °C/decade

Low: +0.26 °C/decade

Rain: +0.12 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 50.0%

This Year: 27.3%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 11.6

Historical Average: 12.0

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 86^th percentile

Low: 91^st percentile

Rain: 90^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +3.4%

Low: -5.4%

Intraday: +47.0%

Data Coverage

78.6%

First Year of Data

1894

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	30.0 °C	—	-21.7 °C	23.0 °C	—	-20.7 °C	19.5 °C	—	-31.7 °C	149.4 mm	—	—	—
January	6.1 °C	-5.1 °C	-21.7 °C	2.7 °C	-7.4 °C	-20.0 °C	2.1 °C	-10.6 °C	-28.6 °C	140.9 mm	2.8 mm	—	—
February	6.2 °C	-4.5 °C	-18.0 °C	3.4 °C	-7.1 °C	-20.7 °C	2.0 °C	-10.3 °C	-31.7 °C	60.5 mm	2.3 mm	—	—
March	16.3 °C	-1.7 °C	-14.7 °C	3.6 °C	-4.3 °C	-17.9 °C	10.4 °C	-7.5 °C	-24.8 °C	83.3 mm	2.5 mm	—	—
April	15.1 °C	2.3 °C	-6.4 °C	9.2 °C	-0.2 °C	-11.0 °C	6.5 °C	-3.0 °C	-14.8 °C	85.2 mm	2.2 mm	—	—
May	22.7 °C	7.0 °C	-1.2 °C	16.5 °C	4.2 °C	-5.8 °C	9.1 °C	1.1 °C	-7.8 °C	80.0 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
June	28.0 °C	12.1 °C	1.0 °C	20.7 °C	9.6 °C	2.4 °C	16.8 °C	5.4 °C	-5.5 °C	53.2 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
July	30.0 °C	15.8 °C	4.5 °C	22.7 °C	13.2 °C	5.8 °C	18.4 °C	9.2 °C	0.0 °C	64.0 mm	2.5 mm	—	—
August	27.7 °C	16.6 °C	8.0 °C	23.0 °C	13.7 °C	8.3 °C	19.5 °C	10.3 °C	0.2 °C	89.0 mm	3.0 mm	—	—
September	24.4 °C	13.7 °C	6.2 °C	19.7 °C	10.3 °C	3.5 °C	15.6 °C	7.0 °C	-3.2 °C	86.3 mm	3.1 mm	—	—
October	19.4 °C	7.8 °C	-3.5 °C	12.8 °C	4.8 °C	-2.4 °C	11.2 °C	2.1 °C	-8.6 °C	149.4 mm	3.7 mm	—	—
November	12.6 °C	0.9 °C	-9.0 °C	7.5 °C	-1.4 °C	-12.3 °C	7.7 °C	-4.0 °C	-16.5 °C	135.2 mm	3.3 mm	—	—
December	11.1 °C	-3.4 °C	-18.0 °C	4.2 °C	-5.9 °C	-18.1 °C	4.0 °C	-8.3 °C	-26.0 °C	110.8 mm	3.1 mm	—	—