January weather forecast
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

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Weather in January

January marks the height of winter in Nizhny Novgorod with temperatures plummeting to the year's low. The mercury averages from -12.7°C (9.1°F) to -7.8°C (18°F) making it the coldest month. The city is enveloped by clouds about 87% of the time, decreasing visibility to 6km (3.7mi). Assurance in layered clothing is a solid recommendation. The short days, with daylight barely exceeding 7 hours, limit outdoor activities.

Temperature

Nizhny Novgorod's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of -7.8°C (18°F) and lows of -12.7°C (9.1°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

Rainfall

In Nizhny Novgorod, during January, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Nizhny Novgorod, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.6 days and collects up to 383mm (15.08") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Nizhny Novgorod is January, when snow falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 7h and 40min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 16:32 MSK.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Nizhny Novgorod.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Nizhny Novgorod?

January tends to be the coldest month in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, with temperatures averaging a daily high of -7.8°C (18°F) and a low of -12.7°C (9.1°F).

How cold is it in Nizhny Novgorod in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -7.8°C (18°F) and -12.7°C (9.1°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Nizhny Novgorod?

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 96%.

What is the average humidity in January in Nizhny Novgorod?

In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, the average relative humidity in January is 96%.

How many days does it rain in January in Nizhny Novgorod?

In January, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Nizhny Novgorod?

The month with the most snowfall in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is January, when snow falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of snow.

How much does it snow in Nizhny Novgorod in January?

In Nizhny Novgorod, in January, during 20.3 snowfall days, 182mm (7.17") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Nizhny Novgorod have in January?

In Nizhny Novgorod, the average day length in January is 7h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Nizhny Novgorod?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:02 and sunset at 16:32 MSK.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nizhny Novgorod?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nizhny Novgorod?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Nizhny Novgorod is 1.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Nizhny Novgorod?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average temperature in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average high temperature in January: -7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average pressure in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and November (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average wind speed in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average humidity in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average humidity in January: 96%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average rainfall in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (19mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average rainfall days in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average snowfall in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average snowfall in January: 182mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (182mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average snowfall days in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average daylight in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 1h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average sunshine days in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average UV index in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average cloud cover in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 87

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average visibility in January - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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