Birobidzhan, Russia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Birobidzhan, Russia? If you're planning to go to Birobidzhan, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Birobidzhan, Russia

Based on the climate and weather in Birobidzhan, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Birobidzhan, Russia by month

January

January in Birobidzhan is beyond freezing. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20+ below zero F (30+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Coveralls
Waterproof boots
Thick pajamas
Thermal undergarments
Umbrella
Multiple layer jacket shell
High performance gloves
Extreme cold weather gear
Fleece for under jacket
Insulated boots
Waterproof coat
Goggles for eye protection
Neck gaiter

February

February in Birobidzhan is biting cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleece for under jacket
Thick pajamas
Insulated boots
Umbrella
Extreme cold weather gear
Waterproof coat
Coveralls
High performance gloves
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thermal undergarments
Neck gaiter
Goggles for eye protection
Waterproof boots

March

March is freezing. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains or snows about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Goggles for eye protection
Thermal undergarments
High performance gloves
Insulated boots
Waterproof boots
Coveralls
Extreme cold weather gear
Umbrella
Fleece for under jacket
Waterproof coat
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thick pajamas
Neck gaiter

April

Traveling to Birobidzhan in April, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain or snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat
Heavy socks

May

May in Birobidzhan is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans
Long skirts
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Umbrella
Socks
Standard footwear
Rain coat

June

If you vacation in Birobidzhan during June, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light footwear
Rain coat
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Sunscreen lotion
Shorts or short pants
Sandals
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella

July

July here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof footwear
Dresses
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Waterproof luggage
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Skirts
Rain coat
Umbrella

August

August in this region is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Long and short sleeve shirts
Skirts
Light footwear
Sunscreen lotion
Dresses
Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Rain coat

September

September in Birobidzhan is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear
Pants or jeans
Umbrella
Dresses
Long skirts

October

Traveling to Birobidzhan in October, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain or snow about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Waterproof boots
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Heavy socks
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters
Heavy jacket

November

If you go to Birobidzhan in November, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Expect it to rain or snow a bit less than half of the time.

Daytime temperatures are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleece for under jacket
Neck gaiter
Thick pajamas
Thermal undergarments
Waterproof boots
High performance gloves
Waterproof coat
Extreme cold weather gear
Goggles for eye protection
Coveralls
Umbrella
Insulated boots
Multiple layer jacket shell

December

December in Birobidzhan can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Neck gaiter
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
High performance gloves
Insulated boots
Thermal undergarments
Thick pajamas
Waterproof boots
Coveralls
Fleece for under jacket
Extreme cold weather gear
Multiple layer jacket shell
Goggles for eye protection

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Birobidzhan, Russia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Birobidzhan, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Birobidzhan
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
If you plan to visit a synagogue, take appropriate clothing

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