Weather in Norilsk
What's the weather like in Norilsk?
Norilsk has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -24°C (-11°F) in January to 18°C (64°F) in July, with overnight lows around -29°C (-20°F) and 11°C (51°F) respectively.
No month in Norilsk sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually July and August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇷🇺 Russia
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Krasnoyarsk
- Coordinates
- 69.356, 88.189
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -24°C / -11°F | -29°C / -20°F | 32 mm | 17 | — |
| February | -20°C / -3°F | -25°C / -13°F | 33 mm | 15 | — |
| March | -14°C / 7°F | -20°C / -4°F | 48 mm | 20 | — |
| April | -7°C / 19°F | -13°C / 9°F | 43 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 1°C / 33°F | -5°C / 23°F | 59 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 13°C / 56°F | 6°C / 43°F | 78 mm | 18 | — |
| July | 18°C / 64°F | 11°C / 51°F | 64 mm | 17 | — |
| August | 14°C / 58°F | 8°C / 47°F | 94 mm | 20 | — |
| September | 7°C / 44°F | 2°C / 35°F | 82 mm | 19 | — |
| October | -4°C / 24°F | -9°C / 17°F | 72 mm | 19 | — |
| November | -17°C / 1°F | -22°C / -8°F | 50 mm | 16 | — |
| December | -20°C / -4°F | -26°C / -14°F | 50 mm | 18 | — |
Norilsk by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Norilsk?
The most comfortable months in Norilsk are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Norilsk?
July is typically the hottest month in Norilsk, averaging a high of 18°C (64°F).
What is the coldest month in Norilsk?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -29°C (-20°F).
Does it snow in Norilsk?
Snow is rare in Norilsk; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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