🇷🇺 Norilsk vs Shanghai 🇨🇳

Norilsk, Russia vs Shanghai, China — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shanghai is the warmer of the two — about 25 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shanghai is drier, with roughly 93 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇷🇺 Norilsk🇨🇳 Shanghai
Avg annual high-5°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (18°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-29°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year212119
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇷🇺 Norilsk

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

🇨🇳 Shanghai

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Norilsk or Shanghai warmer?

Shanghai is warmer overall, averaging about 25 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Norilsk or Shanghai?

Norilsk is rainier — Shanghai sees about 93 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Norilsk vs Shanghai?

Norilsk is best around June, July, August; Shanghai is best around April, May, October.

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