Novosibirsk Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Novosibirsk.

Climate overview of Novosibirsk

Novosibirsk has an humid continental climate with a huge difference between summer and winter. Winters are icy cold and snow is frequent, falling on almost half of all winter days. With averages around -20°C (-4°F) most people find it to cold to travel to Novosibirsk in winter. Summers are short but nice with an average of 19°C (66°F). Temperatures can even go as high as 30°C (86°F) to 35°C (95°F) in summer. June and July are very sunny with over 300 hours of sun a month.

Novosibirsk Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Novosibirsk — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Novosibirsk

In Novosibirsk, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a very cold -12°C (10°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 14°C (57°F) in July to -21°C (-6°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Novosibirsk

On average, Novosibirsk receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 571 mm (22 in). The seasons in Novosibirsk bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 30 mm (1.2 in) over 13 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Novosibirsk Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Novosibirsk

In Novosibirsk, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Novosibirsk by Month

Best Time to Visit Novosibirsk

The best time to visit Novosibirsk is during May, June, July and August, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 19°C (65°F) and 26°C (78°F). With rainfall of 44 mm (1.7 in) to 71 mm (2.8 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Novosibirsk

What is the best time to visit Novosibirsk?

June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Novosibirsk. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Novosibirsk has a distinct dry season from January to April.

What temperatures can I expect in Novosibirsk?

Daytime highs range from -12°C (10°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -21°C (-6°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Novosibirsk get?

Annual rainfall is around 571 mm (22 in). July is the wettest month with 71 mm (2.8 in), while February is the driest with 30 mm (1.2 in).

How sunny is Novosibirsk?

Novosibirsk receives around 2,041 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 304 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 45 hours. Overall, Novosibirsk enjoys abundant sunshine.

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Novosibirsk 3-Day Forecast

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