Lake Baikal Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Lake Baikal: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Lake Baikal month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4° | -10° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | -3° | -11° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 15° | 7° | 0,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 29° | 21° | 0,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 36° | 28° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 43° | 36° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 52° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 56° | 52° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 52° | 47° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 38° | 32° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 26° | 19° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 8° | 1° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Lake Baikal
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
Best time to visit Lake Baikal
Go in July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Lake Baikal
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 28°F is 10.1°F below the 38°F typical for this month.
A 39% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 23°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 93°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Lake Baikal is a lake in Asia. Lake Baikal is a lake known as the deepest and oldest lake on Earth.
Right now it is 23°F (-5°C) in Lake Baikal with partly cloudy. It feels like 8°F. Today runs from 23°F to 28°F. Chance of precipitation is 39%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.3/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Lake Baikal is July, August and September. The climate is polar. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 56°F, while February is the coldest with lows near -11°F.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 28°F is 10.1°F below the 38°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Lake Baikal today at 7.3/10. Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 23°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Baikal?
Lake Baikal is a lake in Asia. Its coordinates are 53.5, 108. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Lake Baikal right now?
It is currently 23°F (-5°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 63% and wind is 23 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Baikal?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Baikal, which has a polar climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Baikal in?
Lake Baikal observes Asia/Irkutsk (UTC+08:00). The local time is 2:42 AM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 2:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
