Weather & Climate in Svetlaya, Russia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Svetlaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet.
Temperature
4°F Jan (-15°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 34.4°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 4°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5406°N, 138.3313°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Vladivostok |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| Jul 27, 2003 | 97 km NE of Svetlaya, Russia | M6.8 | 97 km | 470 km |
| Nov 13, 1990 | 54 km SSE of Svetlaya, Russia | M5.9 | 54 km | 14 km |
| Jul 29, 2012 | 108 km NNE of Svetlaya, Russia | M5.6 | 109 km | 502 km |
| Apr 21, 1990 | 115 km NNE of Svetlaya, Russia | M5.5 | 116 km | 505 km |
| Nov 14, 1990 | Primor'ye, Russia | M4.8 | 51 km | 25 km |
| May 27, 2021 | 65 km E of Vostok, Russia | M4.2 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 1995 | 70 km NE of Terney, Russia | M4.2 | 143 km | 362 km |
| Nov 14, 1990 | 42 km S of Svetlaya, Russia | M4.2 | 43 km | 33 km |
| Aug 1, 2013 | 51 km SSE of Svetlaya, Russia | M4.2 | 51 km | 10 km |
| Sep 15, 2004 | 112 km NE of Svetlaya, Russia | M4.1 | 113 km | 460 km |
| Mar 24, 2006 | 94 km NE of Svetlaya, Russia | M4.1 | 95 km | 479 km |
| Jul 29, 2003 | 95 km NE of Svetlaya, Russia | M4.0 | 96 km | 463 km |
| Apr 6, 2005 | 97 km ESE of Vostok, Russia | M3.4 | 109 km | 393 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°F (-15°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 9°F (-13°C) | 1.2 in |
Svetlaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 4°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (1.1").