Nizhny Novgorod Oblast Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia in January.

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Considering a trip to Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast in January

Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia is a region in Russia. January in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -5°C (23°F) and nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) in Nizhniy Novgorod. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 49 mm (1.9 in) in Nizhniy Novgorod.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Nizhniy Novgorod receives around 43 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Nizhny Novgorod Oblast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nizhniy Novgorod)

January-5°C (23°F) February-4°C (25°F) March2°C (36°F) April11°C (52°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August23°C (73°F) September17°C (63°F) October9°C (48°F) November1°C (34°F) December-3°C (27°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nizhny Novgorod Oblast.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia?

Temperature range in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast (January)

Precipitation variation in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast (January)

Nizhniy Novgorod

In January Nizhniy Novgorod generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
25 hours
43 hours
79 hours
Monthly snowfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nizhniy Novgorod →

Diveevo

In January Diveevo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Diveevo →

Murom

In January Murom generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly snowfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Dzerzhinsk

In January Dzerzhinsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
25 hours
43 hours
79 hours
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Arzamas

In January Arzamas generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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In our records: Russia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Russia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Russia dropped to -48°C (-54°F) in Tomsk on January 13, 2006.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Russia was -41°C (-42°F) in Kemerovo on January 6, 2001.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nizhniy Novgorod -5°C (23°F) -12°C (10°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Diveevo -5°C (23°F) -11°C (12°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Murom -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dzerzhinsk -5°C (23°F) -11°C (12°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Arzamas -5°C (23°F) -12°C (10°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Vyksa -4°C (25°F) -11°C (12°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Nizhny Novgorod Oblast weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia in January?

January in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia brings poor weather. In Nizhniy Novgorod, daytime temperatures are typically around -5°C (23°F) and nighttime lows hover near -12°C (10°F).

What is the average temperature in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia in January?

In Nizhniy Novgorod, the average daytime high in January is -5°C (23°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -12°C (10°F).

Does Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia. Nizhniy Novgorod averages only about 49 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia with often poor weather in Nizhniy Novgorod.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Nizhniy Novgorod. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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