Russia, Russia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Russia, Russia? If you're planning to go to Russia, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Russia
- Important essentials for Russia
- Activities for Russia
- Russia in January: weather and what to pack
- Russia in February: weather and what to pack
- Russia in March: weather and what to pack
- Russia in April: weather and what to pack
- Russia in May: weather and what to pack
- Russia in June: weather and what to pack
- Russia in July: weather and what to pack
- Russia in August: weather and what to pack
- Russia in September: weather and what to pack
- Russia in October: weather and what to pack
- Russia in November: weather and what to pack
- Russia in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
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 Russia, Russia
Based on the climate and weather in Russia, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Russia, Russia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Russia, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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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).
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but check with your hotel.
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Luggage protection
Theft can be a problem, so lock your luggage. We recommend this lock.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Russia. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Russia, Russia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here is biting cold. Temperatures average in the 20+ below zero F (30+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Coveralls
We pick:
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Night cap
It's suggested to wear a cap at night in this climate like this
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Lip balm
Our pick: this
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Thick pajamas
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Heated gloves
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Neck warmer/ski mask
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Goggles for eye protection
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Fleece for under jacket
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
February
If you are traveling to Russia in February, you will notice that it is beyond freezing. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Night cap
It's important to wear a cap at night here like this
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Goggles for eye protection
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Neck gaiter/ski mask
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Lip balm
Our pick: this
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Extreme cold weather gear
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Thermal undergarments
We love:
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Fleece for under jacket
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thick pajamas
-
Heated gloves
-
Coveralls
We love:
March
If you are traveling to Russia in March, you will notice that it can be bitter cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Night cap
It's important to wear something on your head at night in this weather like this
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Coveralls
We pick:
-
Neck warmer/cold weather mask
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Heated gloves
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
-
Thick pajamas
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
April
If you are traveling to Russia in April, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Pajamas
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Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Lip balm
The best is: this one
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Fleece inner layer
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
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Heavy sweaters
May
May can be brisk. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June is crisp. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August can be chilly. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September in this region is cold. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
October in Russia is beyond freezing. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Lip balm
The best is: this
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Pajamas
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Thermal undergarments
We love:
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
November
If you go to Russia in November, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits below 0 F (20+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Coveralls
We pick:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Heated gloves
-
Thick pajamas
-
Night cap
It's vital to wear a cap at night in this weather like this
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Lip balm
Our pick: here
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask
December
December can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the 20+ below zero F (20+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Neck warmer/ski mask
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Heated gloves
-
Thick pajamas
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Night cap
It's important to wear something on your head at night here like this
-
Thermal undergarments
We like:
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Coveralls
We pick:
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this
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