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

How is the weather in Nizhniy Novgorod in March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Nizhniy Novgorod generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 2°C. But by evening, they drop to around -6°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Nizhniy Novgorod in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 145 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Nizhniy Novgorod. May, June, July and August generally stand out with 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 March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in March

Find out more about the weather in Russia in March 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 March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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