January weather forecast
Norilsk, Russia

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The colorful buildings in the city of Norilsk in Russia at sunset
The colorful buildings in the city of Norilsk in Russia at sunset

Weather in January

Norilsk weather in January is known for its harsh winter conditions. Frigid temperatures prevail, with lows reaching -27.8°C (-18°F) and highs barely hitting -22.4°C (-8.3°F). Winds are steady, and there's a heavy snowfall. It's the season of spectacular snow blanks and ice caps, but limited sunlight gives a warning shortage of daylight hours. Aspects of daylight and sunshine decline down to only 2 hours and 0.4 hours, making it rare for sunlight to shine.

Temperature

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Norilsk, with averages ranging from a high of -22.4°C (-8.3°F) to a low of -27.8°C (-18°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Norilsk are January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

Rainfall

In Norilsk, in January, it is raining for 0.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Norilsk, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 466mm (18.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In January, in Norilsk, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout January, 139mm (5.47") of snow is accumulated. In Norilsk, Russia, during the entire year, snow falls for 150.6 days and aggregates up to 1587mm (62.48") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Norilsk is 1h and 58min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 07:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:50 and sunset at 15:50 +07.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 0.4h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Norilsk?

January, known for its average high temperature of -22.4°C (-8.3°F) and an average low temperature of -27.8°C (-18°F), is the coldest month in Norilsk.

How cold is January in Norilsk?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Norilsk, is -22.4°C (-8.3°F) and the average low-temperature is -27.8°C (-18°F).

What is the most humid month in Norilsk?

The months with the highest humidity in Norilsk are January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 94%.

What is the average humidity in January in Norilsk?

In January, the average relative humidity in Norilsk, Russia, is 94%.

How many days does it rain in January in Norilsk?

In Norilsk, Russia, during January, the rain falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Norilsk in January?

In Norilsk, in January, during 18.7 snowfall days, 139mm (5.47") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Norilsk?

In Norilsk, the average day length in January is 1h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Norilsk?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 07:00. On the last day of the month, in Norilsk, Russia, sunrise is at 10:50 and sunset at 15:50 +07.

How many hours of sunshine does Norilsk have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Norilsk is 0.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Norilsk?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Norilsk?

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

Average temperature in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average high temperature in January: -22.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -27.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-27.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average pressure in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average pressure in January: 1020.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average wind speed in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (12.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average humidity in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average humidity in January: 94%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average rainfall in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average rainfall days in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average snowfall in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average snowfall in January: 139mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (218mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average snowfall days in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average daylight in January: 2h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average sunshine days in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average UV index in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average cloud cover in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in January
Norilsk, Russia

Average visibility in January - Norilsk, Russia
  • Average visibility in January: 6km

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

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