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

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

When to go to Crimea, Russia

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

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

January

In January, Crimea can be very chilly, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Crimea, with several of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Heavy socks
Warm pants or jeans
Gloves or mittens
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy jacket
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof coat

February

In February, Crimea is cold, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

This is also a rainy time for Crimea, with several of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Cold weather footwear
Heavy socks
Umbrella
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Heavy jacket
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Waterproof coat
Waterproof boots
Warm pants or jeans

March

In March, Crimea is brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Crimea, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Fleeces
Socks
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat

April

April in Crimea is crisp and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

It tends to rain regularly. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

May

If you vacation in Crimea during May, you are likely to find that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

June

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

Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Light footwear
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Dresses
Shorts or short pants
Skirts
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Long and short sleeve shirts

July

If you visit Crimea during July, you are likely to find that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Long and short sleeve shirts
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Skirts
Light footwear
Waterproof luggage
Sunscreen lotion
Dresses
Rain coat
Shorts or short pants
Sandals

August

If you visit Crimea during August, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Umbrella
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof luggage
Shorts or short pants
Light footwear
Dresses
Long and short sleeve shirts
Skirts
Rain coat
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Waterproof footwear

September

If you vacation in Crimea during September, you are likely to find that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Shorts or short pants
Skirts
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion
Umbrella
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light footwear
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Sandals
Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear

October

If you are traveling to Crimea in October, you will notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

November

November in Crimea is cold and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

It also snows sometimes. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof luggage
Standard footwear
Socks
Umbrella
Fleeces
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat

December

December in Crimea can be brisk and somewhat rainy. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Jacket or coat
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Fleeces
Umbrella
Socks
Waterproof boots

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

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Crimea, 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 Crimea
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
If you plan to visit a mosque, pack clothing that covers the knees and shoulders
Appropriate museum wear

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