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What are the climate characteristics of Russia?

Russia is a vast country, with most of its territory distributed in Asia and the other part in Eastern Europe. The whole territory is mostly temperate and cold temperate.

When it comes to Russia, most people think of ice and snow. In fact, Russia can be divided into two parts by the Yenisei River, which runs through the north and south. The west of Yenisei River has a mild continental climate, which is dry and cold, while the northwest coastal area has a temperate maritime climate, which is warm and comfortable. The area east of Yenisei River has a temperate monsoon climate, represented by the Far East near the Pacific Ocean. It is cold in winter and hot in summer, with large temperature difference between day and night, little rain and drought.

Due to the large latitude span between north and south, the temperature difference between north and south in summer in Russia is large. The climate of major tourist areas in Russia is mostly continental, and it is hot in summer, but one or two thin coats should be taken to prevent sudden weather.

It is rainy in summer in Russia, especially in July and August. It is not suitable for traveling in early spring, the snow gradually melts in winter, the roads are muddy, and the winter is cold and dry, so it is not suitable for traveling.