Nizhniy Novgorod Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Nizhniy Novgorod has a mild summer and a cold winter. The climate in the region is continental and it is similar to the climate in Moscow. Rain is seen throughout the year and It has no dry periods.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Nizhniy Novgorod, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in July to a very cold -5°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -12°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Nizhniy Novgorod receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 692 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 79 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, March, still receives a respectable 40 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Nizhniy Novgorod, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.8 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nizhniy Novgorod.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 87%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Nizhniy Novgorod in Russia
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -5°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 79 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 40 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 287 hours of sunshine.
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