A leading meteorologist from the Phobos meteorological center described the upcoming week in Moscow and the surrounding Central Russia region. The forecast points to a transition from a relatively mild start to a noticeably cooler pattern, with the possibility of light snowfall appearing toward the weekend as precipitation patterns shift. The general sense among experts is that the first days will feel milder, with more diffuse precipitation, while the weekend is likely to bring a more pronounced wintry mix and accumulating snow in many areas.
Looking ahead to the initial days, the forecast sketches out a period of noticeable warming and increased rainfall across Central Russia. The stable, early part of the week should see temperatures remaining on the plus side, with models indicating a nightly lower bound close to or just above freezing and daytime highs hovering in the range of several degrees above freezing. This mild spell is expected to yield damp ground and slick patches on light seas of rain or drizzle, depending on where coastal air interacts with inland air masses.
During the overnight and early morning hours of Monday, the temperatures are projected to stay above the freezing mark, roughly between +1°C and +6°C. By daytime, the mercury could climb further to about +6°C to +11°C in many locales, creating conditions that feel unusually warm for the late autumn phase. That said, the warm interval is not intended to last uniformly; the pattern is forecast to shift as the week progresses, bringing more dynamic air movements and a cooling trend that begins to take hold by midweek.
Forecast models indicate a sharp downward adjustment starting on Tuesday, with wet snowfall beginning to mix with rain as atmospheric moisture interacts with cooler air. This transition is likely to produce a sleet-like or slushy layer in some places, while other regions may experience more straightforward rainfall that gradually turns to snow as temperatures dip. This shift is expected to be the leading edge of a broader cold spell that will influence conditions through the mid to late part of the week.
From Wednesday into Friday, the weather is forecast to settle into a drier and more settled regime for many residents. Nighttime temperatures are expected to range between 0°C and -5°C, while daytime values could oscillate around -1°C to -4°C. Clear or partly clear skies may yield periods of sunshine, particularly on days with lighter wind, allowing for a brief but noticeable break from the cold and a chance for residents to see a sunlit, crisp atmosphere during daylight hours. The overall pattern should feel more Arctic in character than the previous days, yet the daily warmth dedicated to the noonday sun will remain limited by the season.
As the weekend approaches, the forecast points to a fresh surge of snowfall across many areas. Heavier snow is anticipated, contributing to the development of a significant snow cover in affected zones. The accumulation is expected to be substantial enough to influence travel conditions and outdoor activities, especially in higher elevations and regions with frequent snowfall. Localized disruptions could arise in areas where snowfall coincides with windy conditions or where snowdrifts form due to topography and local air currents. The overall impression is of a weekend that firmly leans into wintry weather, despite the milder spell that may have preceded it for several days.
In related updates from weather authorities, another forecast specialist noted that the capital is likely to experience more comfortable conditions in the early part of the following week, offering a short-lived reprieve from the cold. This perspective aligns with broader regional observations about the onset of a transition toward autumnal and pre-winter weather across parts of the country. Earlier statements from the Hydrometeorology Center had already signaled the early stages of a pre-winter pattern becoming established in certain regions, underscoring the gradual shift in atmospheric behavior that typically marks the approach of winter. The combined insights from these forecasts point to a pattern of alternating mild and cold spells, punctuated by periods of precipitation that can range from rain to snow depending on the precise alignment of air masses and local geography. In practical terms, residents are advised to stay updated on daily forecasts, prepare for rapid weather changes, and adjust travel plans accordingly as the week unfolds and the weekend weather develops.