Pyatigorsk in winter 2025/2026 – is it worth going on vacation? Weather and reviews, air temperature in December, January and February, what to wear, prices in hotels and boarding houses, apartments and excursions? What to do and what to see in Pyatigorsk, where to go in winter in the surrounding area and in general in the Caucasus – says Eurotraveler.
Pyatigorsk is a seasonal city. If they don’t know about this for sure, then in any case 9 out of 10 travelers who are generally considering the possibility of visiting the resorts of Caucasian Mineral Waters suspect it.
Naturally, the peak of tourist activity in these parts occurs in the summer. Well, maybe thanks to the warm weather, May and the first one and a half autumn months are also in demand in Pyatigorsk.
Then… then the vacationers, almost like bears, go into hibernation.
How justified is this really? And is there really so much to do in Pyatigorsk in winter that the possibility of a trip to this resort is nothing to consider?
We wouldn’t say that! Although, as in the entire region as a whole, the winter months in Pyatigorsk are not a very busy time.
Resort life here does not come to a complete standstill, but there are significantly fewer vacationers
Due to this, prices in hotels for renting apartments, sometimes even in boarding houses, are unable to remain at a high level and practically falling at the feet of those who dare to come on vacation!
Will it be the same this year? We are not sure about this – due to simply the outstripping demand for holidays in the Caucasian Mineral Waters! Which today have turned into literally year-round destination.
Weather in Pyatigorsk in winter
Definitely cannot be recognized exceptionally good suitable for relaxation and treatment. Since during the designated period of time it becomes cold at the resort, and often even gray and dank.
On some days the humidity exceeds 90-95%, which can hardly be called a healthy indicator. And the air temperature not only drops to zero, but also drops even lower.
However, you probably shouldn’t be too surprised by this – winter in Pyatigorsk may be milder than in most other regions of Russia, but it’s still natural cold season.
So, between December and February, only those who know for sure should go to the resort. what you have to face. And I’m ready to agree to some inconveniences, since I (reasonably) expect to receive bonuses.
Pyatigorsk in December
It plunges into some semblance of late autumn, as it is understood, for example, in Moscow.
It gets damp, quite windy and not too sunny
Although there is nothing to compare with, of course, – usually at the beginning of winter Pyatigorsk observes about 10 clear days per month. In St. Petersburg, for example, they barely count that much for all the winter months!
The air temperature in Pyatigorsk in the first half of December usually fluctuates in the range of -4-+4 °C. At night a slight plus or minus is recorded; frosts that are quite serious for this region down to -6-8 °C rarely occur.
In other years, until December 15 or 20, the weather in Pyatigorsk is warmer, and street thermometers even reach +10 °C. But initially it’s better for you to set yourself up for something much more modest.
Closer to the New Year, it may not get colder in Pyatigorsk, but even… warmer. It’s hard to believe, but sometimes in mid-December the air temperature during the day ranges from -2-+2 °C, and at the end suddenly rises to +3-5 °C.
Fogs are quite common and there is haze in the atmosphere. And you can talk as much as you like about its beauty and the romance of what is happening, in fact, in such weather people freeze more.
| Average daytime air temperature, °C | +3 |
| Average air temperature at night, °C | 0 |
| Precipitation amount, mm | 40 |
| Average humidity, % | 80 |
| Probability of a clear day, % | 25 |
Precipitation
Rain and snow possible. The latter, however, don’t bring to the formation of long-term snow cover!
As, we note, here, and in general in the Caucasian Mineral Waters region. In the same Kislovodsk in winter the weather is also not too generous with it.
Although there it is fundamentally different a little more sunny days and more moderate humidity compared to Pyatigorsk.
Is it possible to take baths from Narzan and other mineral waters in December? For this purpose not there are contraindications – with the exception of purely medical ones!
Even in the open People’s Baths in Pyatigorsk on the slope of Mount Mashuk, the water temperature exceeds +30 °C
The Suvorov thermal spring, in addition to open ponds, also has closed ones. Which will be viewed and appreciated by those who do not like the cold.
You should definitely see the Pushkin Baths in Pyatigorsk in winter. That is, it’s not easy to see them from the outside, of course, – also try it out. After all, the real architectural pearl of the city still works in full accordance with its original purpose!
- Prices for daily apartment rentals in Pyatigorsk
January
in Pyatigorsk it is a slightly colder month. Temperatures down to +10 degrees are possible, but are exception to the rule. Since in most cases during the daytime outdoor thermometers show from -3 to +3 °C.
It’s wonderful that the Pyatigorsk weather strives to please everyone during the New Year holidays. Yes, yes, in fact: the statistics of recent years record significant increase in temperatures exactly during the period from January 1 to January 10!
But much more often in comparison with the starting month of winter at night there are frosts. So in January the air temperature in Pyatigorsk sometimes drops below -10 °C.
Although usually even after sunset it “lives” in the range of -3-5 °C
Humidity averages just below its December version. And the average precipitation rate is also decreasing slightly – another thing is that in most cases it fall as snow.
Against the background of the above, is it worth celebrating the New Year in Pyatigorsk? We would advise you to wait a little and go to the resort after January 8-10.
Because the weather will be virtually the same. But the prices in hotels are: will seriously decline.
Note that the length of daylight hours in Pyatigorsk in January ranges from 9 to almost 10 hours. The star rises above the horizon before 8 am, and sets around 5 pm.
| Average daytime air temperature, °C | +1 |
| Average air temperature at night, °C | -3 |
| Precipitation amount, mm | 35 |
| Average humidity, % | 75 |
| Probability of a clear day, % | 20 |
Pyatigorsk in February
The weather during this period is even less stable than in the previous 2 months. Quite severe frosts down to -3-7 degrees can alternate with almost no transition heat up to +3-5 °C.
In the middle and end of February, real spring almost comes to Pyatigorsk… not for long. In any case, in recent years the air temperature at the resort at the end of winter has become a habit (for a short time) bounce to +12-16 degrees.
Precipitation in February Pyatigorsk is quite rare.
However, you should not be surprised by light snow and even (morning) ice on the sidewalks
The sun still appears infrequently. But the air is filled with anticipation for the imminent arrival of the warm season: the trills of birds are heard, and the buds of the trees swell, preparing to bloom.
| Average daytime air temperature, °C | +3 |
| Average air temperature at night, °C | -3 |
| Precipitation amount, mm | 30 |
| Average humidity, % | 75 |
| Probability of a clear day, % | 20 |
What to take with you
Naturally, when going on a trip to a resort during the designated period, you should stock up winter clothes. And the point is not only that otherwise you may freeze while trying to see all the interesting places in Pyatigorsk in a day. But also that your activity outside the city will be seriously limited.
Prices 2025/2026
With the exception of a short period of time on the eve and immediately after the New Year, there are within acceptable even for low-income travelers. In principle, the good thing about winter in Pyatigorsk is that even a family with an average income can afford a holiday here.
Especially if she (having assessed all the risks) goes on this kind of trip in her own car.
However, this usually does not provide an opportunity to “show up” on the slopes of neighboring Dombay – there at that time the height of the ski season. This means prices are at their peak.
As for specifics, then, for example, you don’t go broke if you stay in winter Pyatigorsk in a comfortable apartment, even in the city center. Since for such a pleasure a family of 4 people will pay only about 3.5-4 thousand rubles – in the first half of December.
Closer to holidays and vacations, prices for daily apartment rentals increase, but they can still give decent head start any of the large Pyatigorsk hotels. We’re not even talking about sanatoriums!
Tours and excursions
Author’s 3-4-day tours around the Caucasus with a starting point at the MinVod airport or Pyatigorsk in the winter months cost from 25-27,000 rubles per person (not during the New Year holidays). Which, in principle, is not so much, if you take into account the richness of the entertainment program.
Prices for excursions outside of holidays are more than acceptable. Again, you have the right to count on significant discounts — are you going to walk around Pyatigorsk on foot or go by car to get acquainted with Elbrus.
If in summer the discount amount almost never exceeds 10% – in recent years the region has become one of the most popular in Russia – then in the winter months discounts can reach 20 and even 30%.
Airfare prices are reduced accordingly. So a Muscovite can fly to Mineralnye Vody airport in the first half of December (then you can easily get to Pyatigorsk by bus or taxi) and return back for only 16-18 thousand rubles!
Things to do
For some reason, many people only when they arrive in Pyatigorsk find out that this city is quite extensive and has good suitable for hiking. It has a sufficient number of interesting places and has seen truly extraordinary personalities throughout its history.
There are equally many places you can go near Pyatigorsk
Even in winter – it’s on the Caucasian Mineral Waters not nearly as harshhow you can fantasize (these are mountains, mountains…)
First of all, we will invite you to visit Essentuki on a one-day excursion. And, to feel all its charm and comfort, walk around the resort town with a guide.
Kislovodsk is usually second in line. Which can be reached by Lastochka, spending just over half an hour. It’s quite possible to see all the most interesting things in the city and stroll through the Resort Park even in a short winter day.
You will have to devote the same amount of time to visiting the iconic sights of Kabardino-Balkaria. In particular, the same Bermamyt plateau, where They also take excursions in the snow. Or Djily-su, the road to which is quite passable for SUVs even after heavy snowfall.
As for the Elbrus region, people go there in winter mainly not to see, but go skiing. As, indeed, to Dombay or Arkhyz.
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