🇷🇺 Norilsk vs Tokyo 🇯🇵

Norilsk, Russia vs Tokyo, Japan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Tokyo is the warmer of the two — about 25 degrees warmer on average across the year. Tokyo is drier, with roughly 104 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇷🇺 Norilsk🇯🇵 Tokyo
Avg annual high-5°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (18°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-29°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year212108
SnowRareYes
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).

🇯🇵 Tokyo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Norilsk or Tokyo warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Norilsk or Tokyo?

Norilsk is rainier — Tokyo sees about 104 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Norilsk vs Tokyo?

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

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