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Nikel, Russia

Murmansk · Russia

Nikel is a small city in Murmansk, Russia with a population of 15,596. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-1°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,596 Population 2,666/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -1°C
20.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population15,596
Density2,666/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-1°C)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Population15,596
Population Density2,666 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates69.4129°, 30.2220°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceMurmansk
Average Temperature31°F (-1°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.9 inches (531 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.9 inches (25 cm)

About Nikel

Nikel is a small city in Russia (Murmansk) with a population of 15,596. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet (98 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Nikel

Nikel has an average annual temperature of 0.4°C (33°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 780 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -9.9°C / 14°F -23.5° / 0.5° 47.9
Feb -9.6°C / 15°F -23.1° / 0.9° 43.7
Mar -6.4°C / 21°F -19° / 0.6° 48.6
Apr -1.9°C / 29°F -10.7° / 3.8° 42.7
May 3.6°C / 38°F -5.7° / 15.2° 83.5
Jun 10.4°C / 51°F 2.2° / 22.2° 84.6
Jul 13.5°C / 56°F 5.4° / 24.3° 94.0
Aug 12.3°C / 54°F 4.8° / 21.2° 99.4
Sep 7.4°C / 45°F 0.5° / 15.7° 83.0
Oct 0.5°C / 33°F -9.1° / 8.3° 67.0
Nov -5.2°C / 23°F -16.5° / 1.8° 42.6
Dec -9.5°C / 15°F -22.7° / -0.8° 43.2
Nikel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average30.9°F
43% below Russia avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density2,666/sq mi
Coordinates69.4129°N, 30.2220°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.9"
45% below Russia avg
Snowfall 9.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.60"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.0 on Jun 14, 1995.

Apr 17, 1991 31 km SE of Verkhnetulomskiy, Russia M3.6 140 km
Aug 19, 1994 39 km S of Nikel, Russia M3.1 40 km
Oct 21, 1994 52 km S of Nikel, Russia M3.0 52 km
Jun 14, 1995 29 km NE of Vardø, Norway M3.0 139 km
Aug 26, 1994 47 km SSW of Nikel, Russia M2.8 47 km
Jul 22, 1994 37 km S of Nikel, Russia M2.8 37 km
Oct 12, 1994 46 km SSW of Nikel, Russia M2.7 46 km
Dec 28, 1994 43 km S of Nikel, Russia M2.7 44 km
Aug 24, 1994 24 km W of Nikel, Russia M2.7 24 km
Dec 2, 1994 53 km SSW of Nikel, Russia M2.6 53 km
Jan 18, 1995 7 km WNW of Pechenga, Russia M2.6 35 km
Nov 23, 1994 63 km SSW of Nikel, Russia M2.5 64 km
Apr 29, 1995 22 km WNW of Zaozërsk, Russia M2.5 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 1.1 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 28°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
May 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
June 47°F (9°C) 2.3 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
September 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
October 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 1.4 in

Nikel has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 12°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Nikel

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Художественная школа - - - -
Школа № 3 - - - -
Школа № 1 - - - -
Музыкальная школа - - - -
Школа № 20 - - - -
Детская юношеская спортивная школа - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nikel

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nikel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Namdalen gård
Strand skoleinternat
Историко-краеведческий музей Печенгского района

Libraries in Nikel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Центральная библиотека п.Никель0.0
Центральная детская библиотека п.Никель0.0

Farmers Markets in Nikel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Рынок

Hotels in Nikel

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BukTopu
Северное сияние

Cafes in Nikel

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Берлога
Блинпон

Clinics in Nikel

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Взрослая поликлиника
Детская поликлиника
Отделение Сестринского Ухода

Dentists in Nikel

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #2335317388
RU #2350951847

Veterinaries in Nikel

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Мурманская областная станция по борьбе с болезнями животных

Train Stations in Nikel

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Никель-Мурманский

Bus Stations in Nikel

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Автовокзал

Gas Stations in Nikel

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #167996381
Роснефть

Banks in Nikel

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank
Sberbank

Gyms in Nikel

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Русь

Airports Near Nikel

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kirkenes Airport, HøybuktmoenKKNMedium Airport
Vadsø AirportVDSMedium Airport

Post Offices in Nikel

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Никель 184421
Отделение связи №184420
СДЭК

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nikel

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Трифона Печенгского

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

🇷🇺 About Russia

Capital Moscow
Population 144,478,050
Area 17,100,000 km²
GDP (USD) $2,071,505,725,031
GDP per capita $14,159
HDI 0.822
Life expectancy 73.3 years
Internet users 92.3%
Urban population 75.0%
Currency RUB (Ruble)
Languages Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .ru
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Russia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Новый год
Jan 2 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 3 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 4 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 5 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 6 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Рождество Христово
Feb 23 Defender of the Fatherland Day День защитника Отечества
Mar 8 International Women's Day Международный женский день
May 1 Labour Day День труда
May 9 Victory Day День Победы
Jun 12 Russia Day День России
Nov 4 Unity Day День народного единства

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikel

What is the population of Nikel?

Nikel has a population of 15,596 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 2,666 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nikel?

Nikel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow.

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