Spring in Moscow showed a notable uptick in warmth, averaging about 1.3 degrees Celsius above the long-term norm, according to Yevgeny Tishkovets, a leading expert at the Phobos weather centre, speaking with RIA Novosti. The season totaled 126 millimeters of precipitation, reaching 92 percent of the historical seasonal average. This combination of warmth and rainfall paints a picture of a season that deviated from traditional expectations, influencing both daily life and broader climatic interpretations in the region.
Looking back at the precipitation record, last May stands out for its dryness. The main metropolitan weather station at VDNKh recorded just 35.1 millimeters of rain for the month, representing about 58 percent of the monthly norm. Forecasters highlighted that this result placed last spring among the driest months of the 21st century for Moscow, underscoring a trend of fluctuating moisture in the area that can impact agriculture, urban planning, and water resource management in the capital. These figures align with a broader pattern of uneven rainfall distribution observed in recent years, a point of interest for meteorologists monitoring regional climate variability.
In related forecasts, Moscow was reminded by Roman Vilfand, former scientific director of Russia’s Hydrometeorological Center, that a cold front was expected to cross the city on June 2. The predicted weather breakthrough was set to bring thunderstorms, hail, and a noticeable drop in temperature, with forecasters cautioning that further warming was not anticipated in the immediate days that followed. The shift in conditions would test the resilience of ongoing outdoor plans and could momentarily alter daily routines as residents adjust to more unsettled weather patterns.
The forecast also noted that this year’s warmer spell may influence seasonal activity beyond just daytime comfort. For outdoor recreation and public health planning, the timing of daylight warm periods typically drives decisions about events and swimming seasons. Officials emphasized that this year’s swimming season would begin later due to cooler nights, with practical thresholds identified for safe swimming: temperatures during the day should reach 20 to 23 degrees Celsius, while nighttime temperatures are expected to remain in double digits. This helps communities align safety protocols with actual meteorological conditions and ensures that recreational facilities can optimize their schedules accordingly.