A dry, cool June is forecast for the capital, according to Evgeny Tishkovets, a leading forecaster at the Phobos weather center. He notes that the first summer month will bring unusually sparse rainfall and hints at a slow build in the season’s warmth for Central Russia.
According to Tishkovets, the calendar summer will gain momentum gradually, with some days offering comfortable early-season warmth and others turning more unsettled. Reports from RIA Novosti reinforce this message: while early June may feel pleasant, the following weeks could show more variation in temperature and conditions.
The expert forecasts that the average daytime temperature will hover around a mid-range for June, with daytime highs typically between 19 and 24 degrees Celsius and nights cooling to roughly 9 to 14 degrees. He warns that the first ten days of the month are likely to be several degrees cooler than the monthly average, creating a cool start overall.
Water season plans may also be affected by the cooler start. Forecasters indicate that swimming and outdoor water activities may begin later than usual as air and water temperatures align more slowly with typical summer patterns.
In terms of rainfall, the capital is expected to fall well short of its climatological norms. The month may bring around 50 to 55 millimeters of precipitation, while the historical average nears 77 millimeters. This gap suggests a notable moisture deficit for the month, with implications for parks, gardens, and outdoor plans across the city.
Overall, residents can anticipate a cool, relatively dry June, with variable conditions that keep days interesting for anyone planning outdoor activities or travel within the region. The early part of the month is likely to feel more brisk, while the latter part could ease into more typical summer warmth, depending on shifting air masses and regional weather patterns.
Earlier remarks from Roman Vilfand, the scientific director of Russia’s Hydrometeorological Center, indicated that a cold front could sweep through the capital on an upcoming Friday, bringing thunderstorms, hail potential, and lower temperatures. Conditioning the outlook, he noted that a rapid warm-up was not expected in the following week, signaling a mixture of unsettled and cooler days ahead.
The evolving forecast also points to a delayed start for the swimming season this year. With nights remaining cool, many outdoor enthusiasts and families may need to wait until daytime temperatures consistently reach the mid-20s Celsius while nightly readings stay in a double-digit range before enjoying open-water activities. As always, longer-range updates help residents and visitors plan accordingly, balancing outdoor plans with the weather’s occasional surprises.