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

What can you expect from the weather in Nizhniy Novgorod during January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Nizhniy Novgorod generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -5°C, while nights can cool down to about -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Nizhniy Novgorod in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of snow are anticipated.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 43 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Nizhniy Novgorod. May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase 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 January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
SunshineSunshine 43 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in January

Find out more about the weather in Russia in January and which places have the best weather 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 Nizhniy Novgorod in January?

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 in January.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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