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If you are one of those people whose mood worsens when it rains outside, then you definitely should not live in the cities from this list. Just imagine, almost 200 days a year, cloudy weather. Therefore, if you are traveling or on business in these cities, do not forget to take an umbrella and rubber boots. By the way, if you think that St. Petersburg is a cloudy city, and Sochi is a solid year-round sun and beaches, then we will dispel these myths. Forecasters have completely different facts and they are not interested in the prevailing stereotypes. Yes, these cities are also in the top, but they are far from the first places. But the inhabitants of which cities should sympathize with, we will now figure it out. In fairness, it is worth noting that if there is frequent rain in the area, then this does not mean an unfavorable climate at all.
We bring to your attention a rating of the 10 rainiest cities in Russia: places with high humidity that you need to get used to.
10 Nizhny Novgorod
Climate Nizhny Novgorod not much different from the capital. Still the same cold winter and a couple of weeks of hot summer. Already from the end of October, sub-zero temperatures set in and lasted until March. In general, the climate in this city is difficult to describe, you can recall the well-known proverb: “neither fish nor fowl”. In general, the city is humid and overcast, there can be 182 rainy days.
But it is worth visiting the Volga capital, the main thing is to stock up on waterproof clothes and shoes, even if you are going to get to know the city in the summer season. And there really is something to see here, especially in the upper part of the city, which almost entirely consists of ancient monuments and churches.
9. St. Petersburg
Surprisingly, this city does not top the list of the rainiest cities in Russia. Contrary to stereotypes, St. Petersburg it is dry and sunny. No matter how this city was named, but it always and for everyone remains a pearl of architecture. People here have been famous for their culture since distant Leningrad times. Perhaps, after moving to the cultural capital of the crowd of guests, it is not so noticeable, but the true Petersburgers are known to the whole world.
The city is not for everyone. Its grandeur, cloudy skies and cold winters can only be endured by true romantics. It rains here 180 days a year. Yes, a lot… But because of the high humidity, the temperature feels different than it really is.
8. Vladivostok
Everyone has heard about this city, but few manage to visit it. Due to distance and ticket prices, Vladivostok is perceived by the inhabitants of the country as a distant planet Mars. But those lucky ones who still managed to visit this wonderful place will remember the city for a long time. The military and travelers have created incredible beauty around them.
As for the climate, having arrived in September, one can mistakenly believe that Vladivostok is blessed with a mild and prosperous climate. But it is not so. Residents are lucky only a couple of months a year. Due to fogs, little snow and August downpours that look like torrential tropical rains, Vladivostok is on this list. The average annual rainfall is 818 mm.
7. Find
A city with an unusual name. This is the southernmost point in the east of our country. As for the climate, it is very pleasant and temperate. There are no severe frosts and stuffy heat. In winter, the temperature is up to -2, and in summer up to +21. The most favorable time falls on July-September.
But it should be borne in mind that although the rains are not as frequent as in Nizhny or St. Petersburg, but precipitation in Find enough falls to be included in the list of the rainiest cities in Russia – 860 mm. It is impossible not to say about the landscaping of the city. It has so many trees and shrubs that it looks like it was built in the middle of a forest.
6. Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
A city with an incredible history, for its existence Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk changed many names and even visited under the rule of Japan. True, now nothing reminds of those times. Even the architecture remained the same, with its Khrushchev and Stalinist buildings.
If we talk about the climate, then it is very ambiguous. Year after year is not necessary. One winter in Yuzhny there can be snow up to the roofs, and in another it can barely cover the asphalt. The same applies to summer: either the heat is +30, or it will barely reach +20 for the entire summer season. But the humidity in the city is constant, for which he gets on the list. The amount of annual precipitation is 864 mm.
5. Vladikavkaz
One of the most picturesque cities in our great country. Vladikavkaz located near the Caucasus Mountains and its streets are buried in greenery and make you admire the beauty and harmony. Besides the fact that the city is very beautiful, it is also favorable for life. The ecology is at its best here, especially many people come to get medical treatment in mineral springs.
The climate is mild and warm. Winter is short, without frost. Summers are pleasant, but sometimes rainy, so we are forced to add this beautiful corner of the country to our list. The average number of residues per year is 929 mm.
4. Yuzhno-Kurilsk
It’s not really a city. Yuzhno-Kurilsk – settlement. It is located on the coast and has a monsoonal climate. The most favorable months here are August-October. One of the least contrasting settlements in Russia in terms of annual temperature fluctuations.
The number of rainy days in a year is 194 days. We hope that the residents are already accustomed to this climate and even like it. The average annual rainfall is 1250 mm.
3. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
This is the oldest city in the Far East. It has a unique history and a unique location. All tourists want to say that Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky always open because there really is something to see.
The climate is mild and favorable, and the winter is even more pleasant and warmer than in St. Petersburg. Precipitation falls mainly in autumn and winter. And in the summer there is no strong heat or closeness.
It is worth noting about seismic activity. The eastern coast of the Kuril Islands, Kamchatka and Japan are the most seismically active places on Earth. This city is on our list because of the rainfall of 1166 mm.
2. Sochi
The beautiful city stretches for 150 km, of which only 115 are occupied by the coast. Therefore, it is not surprising that the first to acquire land here were members of the royal families. Even now, this tradition continues to develop, and at home in Sochi buy members of the government, famous athletes and stars. Sochi is the only city in our country where you can grow lemons in the garden, and meet magnolias and palm trees on a walk.
The climate is temperate, winter bypasses the resort town and late autumn is replaced by early spring. But it is worth noting that precipitation here often falls and the average amount per year is 1684 mm.
And speaking about this city, it is impossible not to mention that he was honored to become the venue for the Winter Olympics. Krasnaya Polyana and its ski resort are becoming the most expensive vacation spot in our country.
1. North-Kurilsk
North-Kurilsk can be called one of the most stable cities in terms of temperature. It is very pleasant to be here in winter and summer. Fluctuations in temperature are only 16 degrees.
The annual rainfall is very high, due to the influence of cyclones from the Pacific Ocean. The warmest month is August and the coldest month is February. Therefore, this city is included in the list of the rainiest cities in Russia. The average annual rainfall is 1842 mm. And this city becomes the leader in our list.