January in Nizhny Novgorod is the most freezing month of the year. In January, the weather in Nizhny Novgorod is typically freezing. Average daily high temperature in January is about 9 degrees below zero. On average, Nizhny Novgorod has 18 cloudy, 12 snowy, and 1 sunny day in January. The snowfalls are usually light. January as well as April, October, and November is considered the most uncomfortable time to visit Nizhny Novgorod.