Petrozavodsk, Russia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Petrozavodsk, Russia? If you're planning to go to Petrozavodsk, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Petrozavodsk, Russia

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

Important essentials for Petrozavodsk, Russia

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Petrozavodsk is unbearably cold and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

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February

February is biting cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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March

If you go to Petrozavodsk in March, you will notice that it is freezing and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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April

April in Petrozavodsk can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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May

If you are traveling to Petrozavodsk in May, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

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June

If you visit Petrozavodsk during June, you will probably find that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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July

In July, Petrozavodsk is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Petrozavodsk, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

If you vacation in Petrozavodsk during August, you may notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s 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 about a third of the time.

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September

September in Petrozavodsk is cold and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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October

In October, Petrozavodsk can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Petrozavodsk, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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November

November in Petrozavodsk is very cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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December

December in Petrozavodsk is biting cold and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

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