What climate does Belarus have?

Belarus experiences a cool continental climate that is moderated by maritime influences from the Atlantic Ocean.1

Temperature and Frost

Average temperatures in January typically range from the mid-20s F (about −4 °C) in the southwest to the upper teens F (about −8 °C) in the northeast. While thaw days are frequent, the frost-free period varies significantly across the country, decreasing from over 170 days in the southwest to 130 days in the northeast. During the summer, maximum temperatures in July generally reach the mid-60s F (about 18 °C).1

Precipitation

Rainfall in Belarus is moderate and generally higher than that found over most of the Russian Plain. Annual precipitation ranges from approximately 21 inches (530 mm) in the lowlands to about 28 inches (700 mm) on the higher morainic ridges. The majority of this rainfall occurs between June and August.1