On Sunday, May 28, Moscow is expected to experience a mix of cloudy skies, intermittent rain, and occasional thunderstorms. Temperatures may reach as high as 17°C, according to observations from the Online Hydrometeorological Center of Russia. The day will likely bring a fluctuating barometer and pockets of unsettled weather that can affect outdoor plans.
In the city itself, daytime temperatures are forecast to climb to around 15 to 17°C, with night temperatures dipping to about 6°C on Sunday. A northwesterly wind will push at 6 to 11 m/s, potentially reaching up to 15 m/s during stronger storm cells. Atmospheric pressure is expected to hover near 748 mm Hg, contributing to the brisk feel of the air this weekend.
Moving to the suburbs, Saturday should see air temperatures ranging from 14 to 19°C, offering a mild spring day for outdoor activities. As night approaches, temperatures could fall to approximately 3°C, so frost protection or warmer layers may be needed for late-evening plans outside the city.
Former Scientific Director of the Hydrometeorology Center, Roman Vilfand, spoke about the outlook for Moscow through the end of May. He noted that the current temperature background in the capital sits about 3.5°C above the seasonal norm, signaling a warmer-than-average period. He also indicated that precipitation will be limited in the final days of the month, reducing the likelihood of heavy rain events as the month closes. The weather expert added that air masses are likely to move from the north on Saturday, influencing the upcoming air flow and cloud development.
Looking ahead, Vilfand suggested a gradual warming trend beginning next week. He forecast that temperatures would stay in the range of 19 to 23°C through the remainder of the month, bringing several days with pleasant warmth after the cooler spells. This pattern would mean more comfortable afternoons for outdoor activities while evenings may still require a light jacket as the nights remain cool. Overall, the forecast points to a trend of milder days with periods of sunshine interspersed with sporadic showers, especially on high-demand travel and outdoor planning days.