🇷🇺 Novosibirsk vs Shanghai 🇨🇳

Novosibirsk, Russia vs Shanghai, China — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Shanghai is the warmer of the two — about 13 degrees warmer on average across the year. Shanghai is drier, with roughly 77 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk🇨🇳 Shanghai
Avg annual high7°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-19°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year196119
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇷🇺 Novosibirsk

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (-19°C).

🇨🇳 Shanghai

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Novosibirsk or Shanghai warmer?

Shanghai is warmer overall, averaging about 13 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Novosibirsk or Shanghai?

Novosibirsk is rainier — Shanghai sees about 77 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Novosibirsk vs Shanghai?

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

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