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Nizhniy Novgorod weather in December (Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Nizhniy Novgorod this December? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In December, Nizhniy Novgorod tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December ushers in the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -3°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -9°C. With the coldest weather of the year, this month demands extra warmth. Be sure to layer up to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Nizhniy Novgorod in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 22 days will experience snowfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 25 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Nizhniy Novgorod. May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nizhniy Novgorod climate page with graphs.

 

Nizhniy Novgorod, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
SunshineSunshine 25 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in December

Find out more about the weather in Russia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Nizhniy Novgorod should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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