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When Is the Best Time To Visit Belarus?

The answer to the question of what is the best month to visit Belarus depends on what you are interested in doing during your stay. Here you can see an overview of each month and its typical weather conditions.

Tourist Season in Belarus

Tourist season month by month. Legend

Tourist season - time period with sightseeing-friendly weather (or sunbathing in the case of small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical spread, the most visited places were taken into account and the data were averaged. For selected countries, seasonal holidays were also taken into account, as long as they significantly affect the tourist traffic in this period.

The best time to travel, you can count on very good weather.

A good time to travel, however, sometimes there can be some weather conditions that make the visit a bit difficult.

Travel possible, but it is not the best time. The weather at this time can be very unpredictable, with a tendency to be bad.

Travel is not recommended, the weather at this time can make sightseeing/resting very difficult or even impossible.

Popularity among visitors based on actual visits to popular tourist attractions (based on the average for 17 cities).

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Average temperatures throughout a year for Minsk (°F)

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Season and weather by month

April - May

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May

In April, temperatures begin to rise, reaching around 10°C. Days are gray, foggy and overcast, although sunshine is increasingly seen breaking through. Nights remain cool, and frosts also occur. A thaw comes over the entire country, rivers flood, and a mass of mud appears on rural roads less traveled, making some areas difficult to navigate.

It is only in May that one feels the whiff of true spring. Days are longer and sunnier, temperatures reach 15°C - 18°C. Nature awakens to life, forests turn green and meadows bloom, the landscapes are then exceptionally picturesque.

Holidays and observances in Belarus

  • 01 May 2024 - Labour Day
  • 09 May 2024 - Victory Day
  • 14 May 2024 - Radonitsa

June - August

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Jul
Aug

The summer months include the peak tourist season in Belarus. Long and sunny days with temperatures reaching 20°C - 25°C guarantee very good conditions for visiting cities and exploring parks, forests and lakes.

Lakes and rivers attract tourists with their natural beauty. They guarantee lazy relaxation on the shores and a field for lovers of water sports (swimming, kayaking). However, it should be remembered that even during this period, rain and thunderstorms are not unavoidable. Precipitation usually occurs in the afternoons and evenings, so it's worth planning your vacation to avoid the wettest time.

Holidays and observances in Belarus

  • 03 Jul 2024 - Independence Day

September - October

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Oct

In September, the nice, sunny weather persists. Temperatures oscillate between 15°C - 18°C, and there may also be some fleeting rainfall, but it is not so frequent and intense as to significantly complicate your visit. This is a good time for those who prefer a more intimate holiday away from the hustle and bustle of tourism. Nature taking on a variety of colorful hues encourages lovers of walks and bicycle escapades to spend time actively outdoors.

In October, however, the temperature quickly drops below 10°C, the days become cloudy and foggy. Walkers should stock up on warmer clothing, as the weather is not pampering.

November - March

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Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar

As a rule, winter is cold and snowy, with the mercury bar dropping to around -5°C. Western areas of the country are usually a few degrees warmer than eastern regions. Incoming masses of Arctic air sometimes cause frosts below -10°C. Snowfall is common throughout the country, with snow cover persisting from December to March. This is not the best time for those set on sightseeing. Some roads are covered, especially those not heavily traveled, resulting in limited access to some areas.

Winter sports enthusiasts will be pleased with the weather conditions. Belarusian winter sports centers (including Raubich, Lohoisk, Novopolotsk) tempt tourists and athletes with beautiful landscapes and good infrastructure for training. They have cross-country trails for skiers and biathletes.

Holidays and observances in Belarus

  • 07 Nov 2024 - October Revolution Day
  • 25 Dec 2024 - Catholic Christmas Day
  • 01 Jan 2025 - New Year's Day
  • 02 Jan 2025 - New Year Holiday
  • 07 Jan 2025 - Orthodox Christmas Day
  • 08 Mar 2025 - International Women's Day

Minsk

Monday 29 Apr
Update 2024-04-28 03:26 CET. Powered by Visual Crossing Weather.
partly-cloudy-day
69°F
Humidity
58%
Cloud cover
27%
Wind speed
6.5 mph
Chance of rain
0%

Minsk

Tuesday 30 Apr
Update 2024-04-28 03:26 CET. Powered by Visual Crossing Weather.
partly-cloudy-day
69°F
Humidity
56%
Cloud cover
25%
Wind speed
7 mph
Chance of rain
0%

Minsk

Wednesday 1 May
Update 2024-04-28 03:26 CET. Powered by Visual Crossing Weather.
partly-cloudy-day
72°F
Humidity
52%
Cloud cover
21%
Wind speed
3.1 mph
Chance of rain
3%

Minsk

Thursday 2 May
Update 2024-04-28 03:26 CET. Powered by Visual Crossing Weather.
partly-cloudy-day
69°F
Humidity
53%
Cloud cover
71%
Wind speed
12.1 mph
Chance of rain
13%

Minsk

Friday 3 May
Update 2024-04-28 03:26 CET. Powered by Visual Crossing Weather.
partly-cloudy-day
57°F
Humidity
64%
Cloud cover
22%
Wind speed
11.6 mph
Chance of rain
16%

Climate and Average Weather in Belarus

General weather conditions each month by city.

  • Minsk
  • Homyel
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Average rainfall (in)
RAIN - Days with precipitation
DAY - Average length of day
SUN - Sunshine hours per day (cloudless weather)

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The icons next to the month name indicate the convenience of the date for visiting the selected area/territory/ country. They are only a suggestion and should not be used as the final criterion for selecting your travel date. The season is defined as the time period with the weather favorable for sightseeing (or sunbathing - small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical range, the most touristic places were included.

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