What August feels like in Saint Petersburg
For Saint Petersburg, August is late summer on the calendar. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay mild, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Saint Petersburg in August
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about one day in 2. Each rainy day adds about 7.1 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is heavier than Saint Petersburg's usual 4.9 mm per rainy day across the year. August is Saint Petersburg's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
In mid-August, sunrise is at about 5:11 am and sunset at about 8:56 pm (local time) — 15 h 44 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 2 h 22 min less daylight than in mid-July. Measured sunshine covers about 71% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, August comes out as the 2nd warmest month in Saint Petersburg. Afternoons run 1.6°C (2.9°F) cooler than in July, with 13 mm more rain. September is cooler again. The next month's average high: 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — comfortable for long walks and picnics.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Saint Petersburg in August
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Saint Petersburg in August?
Afternoons average 20.7°C (69.3°F) and nights about 13.7°C (56.7°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 2nd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Saint Petersburg in August?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 2 and totals about 93 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Saint Petersburg in August?
The numbers point to rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is August or September better for visiting Saint Petersburg?
August, narrowly: it ranks #3 of 12 among Saint Petersburg's months, against #5 for the other. September is cooler and has fewer rainy days.