🇨🇳 Beijing vs Norilsk 🇷🇺

Beijing, China vs Norilsk, Russia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Beijing is the warmer of the two — about 23 degrees warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 147 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇷🇺 Norilsk
Avg annual high18°C-5°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (18°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)January (-29°C low)
Rainy days / year65212
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Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇷🇺 Norilsk

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (18°C), coldest lows in January (-29°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Norilsk warmer?

Beijing is warmer overall, averaging about 23 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Norilsk?

Norilsk is rainier — Beijing sees about 147 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Norilsk?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Norilsk is best around June, July, August.

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