Forecast updates for Moscow and surrounding regions
On Wednesday, September 27, temperatures in Moscow and the Moscow region are expected to rise to about +20°C. The skies should be slightly cloudy, with little to no rain anticipated across the capital area. This outlook comes from the Russian Hydrometeorological Center, which tracks day by day changes in temperature, cloud cover, and precipitation probability to guide daily plans and outdoor activities.
Forecasts indicate daytime temperatures likely hovering between +18°C and +20°C. A light breeze is expected to come from varying directions, with speeds typically ranging from 2 to 7 meters per second. Such conditions create comfortable conditions for walking and commuting, while also requiring light outerwear when moving between cooler and warmer pockets of air throughout the day.
During Thursday night, temperatures are projected to drop to around +5°C to +7°C. Winds are forecast to come from the south and southwest, blowing at 3 to 8 meters per second. The cooler night air is typical for late September, and residents may want to ensure adequate heating or warm clothing for outdoor evening activities.
Atmospheric pressure is expected to be near 759 millimeters of mercury during the day, dipping slightly to about 758 millimeters at night. Pressure readings at this level are common in transition seasons, often accompanying changes in cloud patterns and wind directions. Monitoring these values helps forecasters assess the stability of the weather and potential shifts in temperature and moisture.
There have been remarks from a former scientific director of the national meteorological center suggesting Moscow could reach a record high temperature by late September, based on current atmospheric trends and historical data. This possibility underscores how late-season heat can still emerge under specific atmospheric setups and regional patterns, though it remains a forecast with inherent uncertainty as air masses evolve.
Separately, a leading expert from the Phobos meteorological center noted that the last notable peak in temperature for the capital is anticipated toward the end of September. Such expert commentary provides additional perspective on how daily highs may trend as the calendar progresses, while still aligning with the broader forecast issued by national meteorology authorities.
In Dagestan, there has been an extraordinary weather event: for the first time in four years, summer snow was observed. This unusual occurrence highlights the atmospheric variability that can accompany the transition into autumn, where remnants of warm air can collide with cold mass in higher elevations, producing snowfall that stands out against the typical autumn climate of the region.