Novosibirsk, Russia
Major city · Population 1.6M
Novosibirsk is the 3rd largest city in Russia with a population of approximately 1,612,833 people as of 2026. This makes it the 277th largest city in the world, accounting for 1.12% of Russia's total population of 143.5M. Novosibirsk is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Novosibirsk timezone. The average annual temperature is 2.9°C with 668 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 134 meters above sea level.
Population
1,612,833
Global Rank
#277
Country Rank
#3
% of Russia
1.12%
Avg Temperature
2.9°C
Annual Rainfall
668 mm
Elevation
134 m
Timezone
Asia/Novosibirsk
Novosibirsk on the Map
Climate in Novosibirsk
Novosibirsk's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Jun with 114 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Russia at a Glance
Country Population
143,533,851
Capital
Moscow
Region
Eastern Europe
Major Cities
213
GDP per Capita
$14,889
Life Expectancy
73.3 years
Urban Population
75.1%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Russia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Novosibirsk with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnaul | 632,372 | 192 km |
| Kemerovo | 558,973 | 205 km |
| Tomsk | 574,002 | 208 km |
| Leninsk-Kuznetsky | 109,023 | 212 km |
| Seversk | 109,844 | 214 km |
| Kiselëvsk | 104,000 | 267 km |
| Prokop’yevsk | 219,000 | 274 km |
| Novokuznetsk | 539,616 | 306 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Novosibirsk?
The population of Novosibirsk, Russia is approximately 1,612,833 people, making it the 277th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Russia.
Is Novosibirsk the capital of Russia?
No, the capital of Russia is Moscow. Novosibirsk is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Novosibirsk?
Novosibirsk has an average annual temperature of 2.9°C and receives 668 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Novosibirsk in?
Novosibirsk is in the Asia/Novosibirsk timezone.