Climate Insights for Novosibirsk
Novosibirsk Oblast, Russia
Climate Overview
The climate in Novosibirsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 504 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Novosibirsk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 188cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Novosibirsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 37°F and approximately 19.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Novosibirsk is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 74in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Novosibirsk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 20°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.Novosibirsk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 79°F from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 67°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -3°F and an average temperature of 4°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 18°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Novosibirsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 504 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 42 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 26 mm. That's 30 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 188cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 45cm.Novosibirsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1 in. That's 1.2 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 74in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 18in.
Wind
Novosibirsk is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Novosibirsk is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Novosibirsk is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 54 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -20°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Novosibirsk is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Novosibirsk based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Novosibirsk based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.