Forecasts from the national Hydrometeorology Center indicate a spell of unusually hot weather is approaching Moscow for the coming days. The latest projections point to a heat peak early next week, with daytime temperatures climbing well above seasonal norms.
In the capital, temperatures are expected to reach the high 20s on Monday, with a rise into the low to mid 30s on the following day. The forecast suggests that most of the period will be warm rather than rainy, with only light cloud cover and minimal chances of significant rainfall.
On Monday, the air will still be mildly unsettled, but by Tuesday air masses originating from nearby regions are anticipated to surge into the city. This influx will push temperatures higher by several degrees, reinforcing the pattern of a pronounced summer heat spike for the region.
The Hydrometeorology Center notes that the warmth will push temperatures about 7 to 8 degrees above the climate norm for this time of year, a gap that stands out even in the context of a typical Canadian or American summer. Such anomalies are rare and often bring a stretch of sustained heat across multiple days, accompanied by dry conditions in many areas.
Looking ahead, the daily highs are expected to ease slightly in the latter half of the week, yet will likely remain in the mid to upper 20s. Warmth will persist, though the intensity may moderate enough to provide brief relief during late afternoons and early evenings.
Meanwhile, air quality concerns could rise as smoke from nearby fires concentrates in the atmosphere. Local forecasters warn residents to monitor air quality updates and limit strenuous outdoor activity when pollution levels peak, especially for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions.