Recent Moscow Weather and Wider Regional Forecast
A leading specialist from the Phobos meteorological center reported that Moscow’s air temperature last night matched the climatic norm for May, reaching a flat plus 7.8 degrees. This figure appeared on the city’s weather data at the VDNKh station, where warm air drifting from the Atlantic helped keep temperatures from dropping below seven and a half degrees. The observed night values align with May’s typical climate range for the capital.
Forecasts note that the overnight warmth may continue. A record remains in the historical record, with a top mark of plus 10.7 degrees observed on the night of October 31, 1967. Earlier decades also showed hot conditions, such as in 1962 when temperatures climbed to plus 8.2 degrees. Experts indicate that nights could experience unusually warm readings, with temperatures expected to sit around plus 6 to 8 degrees in Moscow the following night.
Across Russia, weather conditions varied. Emergency services warned about potential disruptions to critical infrastructure in several regions due to adverse weather. Heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds is anticipated in populated areas across the Far East, the Ural region, the Volga area, and the Northwestern federal district. Meanwhile, freezing conditions are possible along the Lena and Amur rivers, raising the risk of people and equipment falling through ice in certain locales.
Historical observations also remind residents about how cold-season diseases can worsen when cold snaps occur, underscoring the importance of preparedness and timely medical guidance during seasonal transitions.
In aggregate, experts emphasize the need to monitor daily forecasts as weather patterns show both regional warmth and localized risks that can vary significantly from one area to another. Residents in major cities should stay informed about temperature trends, wind, and precipitation forecasts to plan activities and safeguard vulnerable groups during rapid shifts in weather patterns.