A leading expert from the Phobos meteorological center, Evgeny Tishkovets, noted that January frosts extended into the Moscow region during Sunday night. The cold spell drew a clear line from the surrounding countryside into the city, with air turning unusually frigid as the night deepened.
Forecasts placed the sharpest chill in the south of the region, where Serebryanye Prudy faced the deepest drop in temperatures, reaching minus 14.8°C. This figure stood out as a stark indicator of mid-winter conditions arriving earlier than typical for the area, prompting residents to prepare for extended cold and potential mobility challenges in the early hours of the morning.
According to Tishkovets, the previous night’s frigid conditions marked a notable instance of January frost in Central Russia. In anticyclonic conditions that favored bright, clear skies, the Moscow region experienced its coldest stretch in the southern sector, with Serebryanye Prudy reporting minus 14.8°C. Other towns recorded significant subfreezing readings, including Lukhovitsy at minus 13.4°C, Zaraysk at minus 12.8°C, and Cherusty at minus 11.6°C, underscoring a broad, regional cold snap rather than a localized dip.
Such temperatures align with typical mid-winter climate indicators, though they may feel exceptionally harsh to residents unaccustomed to prolonged cold spells. Forecasters suggested that this pattern could persist into the following night, with chilly conditions lingering and temperatures staying well below seasonal norms in several areas.
Earlier, the Hydrometeorological Center of the Russian Federation described the forecast for Sunday, March 3, noting limited cloud cover and a lack of wet snow in Moscow. The day was expected to see the thermometer swing between 0 and plus 5 degrees, offering a brief respite from the deepest frosts while keeping winter’s bite present in the regional climate. These outlooks help residents and authorities plan for daily routines, travel, and energy use during the ongoing cold season.
Alongside weather updates, health advisories have drawn attention to winter-related risks. Cardiologists frequently warn about an increased likelihood of heart attack and stroke during very cold periods, as the body endures heightened stress in low temperatures. The combination of freezing air, reduced physical activity, and busy daily schedules can elevate risk for individuals with preexisting conditions or limited access to warmth and care. Recognizing these dangers, local health professionals emphasize the importance of staying warm, layering properly, and monitoring cardiovascular symptoms when temperatures plummet. (Attribution: Hydrometeorological Center and health advisories noted in regional briefings)