December weather forecast
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

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Weather in December

December announces the full arrival of winter in Nizhny Novgorod. Icy conditions prevail with temperature averages swinging between -4.2°C (24.4°F) and -7.9°C (17.8°F). The days become shorter, restricting the daylight hours to 7. Despite the intensifying cold, the city’s festive atmosphere glows with winter charm. Snow, cold, and holiday vibes dominate this month's weather.

Temperature

Nizhny Novgorod records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a cold 0.5°C (32.9°F) in November to a freezing cold -4.2°C (24.4°F). In December, Nizhny Novgorod temperatures settle at a low of -7.9°C (17.8°F) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is 93%.

Rainfall

In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. In Nizhny Novgorod, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.6 days and collects up to 383mm (15.08") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Nizhny Novgorod are January through April, September through December. In December, in Nizhny Novgorod, it is snowing for 17.8 days. Throughout December, 167mm (6.57") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nizhny Novgorod, there are 92.9 snowfall days, and 782mm (30.79") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Nizhny Novgorod, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 15:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 15:37 MSK.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 1.7h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Nizhny Novgorod?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Nizhny Novgorod, is -4.2°C (24.4°F), while the average low-temperature is -7.9°C (17.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Nizhny Novgorod?

The average relative humidity in December in Nizhny Novgorod is 93%.

How much does it rain in Nizhny Novgorod in December?

In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Nizhny Novgorod?

In Nizhny Novgorod, in December, snow falls for 17.8 days, with typically accumulated 167mm (6.57") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nizhny Novgorod?

The month with the shortest days in Nizhny Novgorod is December, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nizhny Novgorod have in December?

The average day length in December is 7h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nizhny Novgorod?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 15:33. On the last day of the month, in Nizhny Novgorod, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 15:37 MSK.

How many hours of sunshine does Nizhny Novgorod have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia.

What is the UV index reading in December in Nizhny Novgorod?

In Nizhny Novgorod, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average temperature in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average pressure in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and November (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average wind speed in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average humidity in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average rainfall in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average rainfall in December: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average rainfall days in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average snowfall in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average snowfall in December: 167mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (182mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average snowfall days in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average sunshine days in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average UV index in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average cloud cover in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 84

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Average visibility in December - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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