Belarus Capital
Best time to visit Minsk
Go inJune–September
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Check your government’s travel advice before planning a trip.
See Minsk on the globeMinsk month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | -2°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Poor | 4°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Mixed | 12°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Mixed | 18°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Good | 22°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| July | Great | 24°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | Kupalle |
| August | Good | 23°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| September | Good | 17°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Mixed | 10°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Poor | 3°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | -1°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Minsk
- July🎉 KupalleMidsummer night bonfires, 6–7 July.
Good to know
- Flights to Minsk are usually cheapest in October–April. Highs only reach about -3°C in November–February.
- Daytime highs stay around or below freezing in December–February.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Minsk?
The best time to visit Minsk is June–September. Check your government’s travel advice before planning a trip.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Minsk?
Flights are usually cheapest in October–April, when demand is lowest.
When is Minsk busiest?
Minsk rarely gets overwhelmed by crowds.
What is the weather like in Minsk?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 24°C, and January the coolest at -3°C. The wettest period is May–August.
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