Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast gets 663 mm of precipitation a year over about 174 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).

Dzerzhinsk climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -6°C in January to 25°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Dzerzhinsk get?

Dzerzhinsk gets 663 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 174 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 83% of Russia.

July is the wettest month, with 74 mm. March is the driest, with 40 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to January 25, 2023.

Dzerzhinsk weather by month

Dzerzhinsk weather in January

In January, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of -6°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 8% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (2007) and the record low is -37°C (1987).

Dzerzhinsk weather in February

In February, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of -5°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The February record high is 7°C (2020) and the record low is -32°C (1976).

Dzerzhinsk weather in March

In March, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 2°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The March record high is 17°C (2007) and the record low is -25°C (1983).

Dzerzhinsk weather in April

In April, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (1975) and the record low is -16°C (1998).

Dzerzhinsk weather in May

In May, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2000). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Dzerzhinsk weather in June

In June, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (1998) and the record low is 1°C (1978). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Dzerzhinsk weather in July

In July, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 5°C (1986).

Dzerzhinsk weather in August

In August, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1980). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Dzerzhinsk weather in September

In September, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (1982) and the record low is -6°C (1996).

Dzerzhinsk weather in October

In October, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (1991) and the record low is -14°C (1979).

Dzerzhinsk weather in November

In November, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of 0°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 12% of daylight hours. The November record high is 14°C (2013) and the record low is -27°C (1984).

Dzerzhinsk weather in December

In December, Dzerzhinsk averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 11% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (2008) and the record low is -42°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Dzerzhinsk

June is the sunniest month in Dzerzhinsk, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 8%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Dzerzhinsk is cloudier than 54% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 86% and is lowest in April at 58%.

Dzerzhinsk has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Dzerzhinsk is hotter than 62% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Dzerzhinsk

The first fall freeze in Dzerzhinsk typically comes around October 4, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 159 days.

Dzerzhinsk weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Dzerzhinsk station is 38°C, on July 29, 2010. The coldest is -42°C, on December 31, 1978.

The wettest day on record brought 75 mm of rain, on July 10, 2023.

49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Dzerzhinsk

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -10°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January50 mm2184%8%-37°
February40 mm1680%17%-32°
March40 mm1368%36%17°-25°
April40 mm1158%39%26°-16°
May41 mm1158%42%32°-3°
June73 mm1362%54%35°
July74 mm1266%50%38°
August68 mm1267%50%38°
September60 mm1271%39%31°-6°
October67 mm1577%22%24°-14°
November52 mm1786%12%14°-27°
December58 mm2186%11%-42°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Dzerzhinsk climate questions

How much rain does Dzerzhinsk get?

Dzerzhinsk gets 663 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 174 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Dzerzhinsk?

July is the wettest month in Dzerzhinsk, with 74 mm. March is the driest, with 40 mm.

How many rainy days does Dzerzhinsk have a year?

Dzerzhinsk has about 174 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Dzerzhinsk?

July is the warmest month in Dzerzhinsk, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Dzerzhinsk?

January is the coldest month in Dzerzhinsk, with an average low of -11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Dzerzhinsk?

The record high at the Dzerzhinsk station is 38°C, set on July 29, 2010. The record low is -42°C, on December 31, 1978.

What is the sunniest month in Dzerzhinsk?

June is the sunniest month in Dzerzhinsk, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Dzerzhinsk?

The first fall freeze in Dzerzhinsk typically comes around October 4. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Dzerzhinsk?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station NIZNIJ NOVGOROD (34 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station NIZNIJ NOVGOROD.