In a discussion with Evgeny Tishkovets, the principal forecaster at the Phobos weather center shared insights about the upcoming Moscow conditions. The forecast suggests that DEA Newsfrost will arrive in Moscow over the coming weekend, aligning with the night hours when the city usually quiets down and preparations for the weekend begin. The message from the meteorological team paints a picture of a mild start to the period, with a notable shift in the balance of cloud cover and warmth giving the capital a comfortable, if slightly unsettled, feel.
Looking ahead to April 13, the skies over Moscow are expected to be notably cloudier than in recent days. Despite this uptick in cloudiness, temperatures are forecast to rise into a pleasant range for many residents and visitors. In the capital and its surrounding region, daytime readings should hover around plus 15 to plus 17 degrees Celsius, while the broader vicinity could see figures comfortably reaching plus 13 to plus 18 degrees Celsius. The weather will be dry for most of the day, with no precipitation anticipated as the day progresses. However, the trend indicates that a cooling sequence will begin later in the week, with temperatures gradually retreating from Friday onward and continuing through the weekend.
As the weekend approaches, the trend remains clear: a gentle cool down will set in during nocturnal hours and translate into cooler daytime conditions by Saturday and Sunday. In the Moscow area, light frosts are anticipated during the nights of the coming two days. Overnight temperatures could slip to around minus 3 degrees Celsius, bringing a crisp start to the morning. By contrast, daytime temperatures should recover, with thermometers climbing to the mid-teens range, roughly between plus 12 and plus 14 degrees Celsius. The overall pattern points to a bright afternoon feel, with the sun expected to mix with scattered clouds as residents go about weekend plans.
With the week moving forward, there is an optimistic note for the start of the new workweek. By Monday, the mercury is forecast to rise again, potentially reaching and sustaining around plus 17 degrees Celsius during daytime hours. The air will feel agreeable, inviting outdoor activity and a sense of seasonal transition that many people welcome after the chillier spell. Observers and planners alike will be watching for any shifts that could alter the pace of this warmth, but the current model presents a stable, improving trajectory as the city moves into early next week.
As one forecaster emphasized, the conditions present an ideal scenario for Easter celebrations. The forecasted mix of comfortable daytime warmth and only modest coolness at night offers a favorable climate for outdoor gatherings, park visits, and local events typical of the spring holiday period. The natural rhythm of spring weather in the city appears to be aligning with social activities, giving residents a practical sense of timing for enjoying seasonal activities without the disruption of heavy rainfall or severe cold.
In a separate note, earlier advisories issued by a different specialist urged drivers to choose caution in the spring transition. The guidance was to avoid speeds beyond 90 kilometers per hour when winter tires with spikes remain in use, reflecting the practical considerations that come with changing road conditions as temperatures rise and road surfaces shift. This reminder underscores the importance of adapting to the evolving weather and road texture during this period of seasonal change.
Forecast updates around April 9 had already suggested a moderately warm Easter for Moscow, hinting at a trend toward more forgiving conditions as the holiday approached. This early outlook helped residents plan for outdoor activities and social events, aligning expectations with the gradual improvement seen in the days that followed. Overall, the sequence of observations points to a gentle, restorative transition into spring warmth, with clear windows for enjoying the city outdoors and marking the holiday with confidence.
Citations: The described observations and timings reflect the consensus of meteorological teams evaluating cloud cover, temperature ranges, and night-to-day transitions for Moscow and its surroundings. The notes on frost risk, daily highs and lows, and the Easter forecast are compiled from routine weather monitoring and standard forecasting models used by the Phobos air center and allied experts, who continuously track atmospheric patterns to guide daily planning for residents and visitors in the region.