The climate around the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood in St. Petersburg is typically temperate, with mild summers and cold winters. Average temperatures in the summer months range from 18 to 23°C (64 to 73°F) while winter temperatures average between -7 and -2°C (19 to 28°F). Precipitation is relatively low throughout the year, averaging just 300-400 mm (12-15 inches). Snowfall during the winter months can be quite significant, with an average of 30 cm (12 inches) per month. The city’s proximity to water also means that there is often a cool breeze blowing off the Gulf of Finland which can help reduce summertime heat.