🇷🇺 Russia Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
❄️ January
Frigid and snowy. Temperatures range from −30°C in Siberia to −5°C in Moscow and around 0°C in Sochi. Snow blankets most of the country, with polar nights in the far north. Winds and ice dominate the landscape.
🌨️ February
Still deep winter. Highs reach −25°C to 2°C depending on the region. Snow continues, and ice remains thick. Southern areas begin to see longer days, while the north stays frozen and dark.
🌱 March
Spring begins subtly. Temperatures rise to −10°C to 5°C. Snow starts to melt in western Russia, but Siberia remains frozen. Rain and slush become common in cities like St. Petersburg.
🌸 April
Milder but variable. Highs reach 5–12°C. Rain replaces snow in most regions, and sunshine increases. Blossoms appear in parks, and daylight grows rapidly.
🌼 May
Pleasant and fresh. Temperatures climb to 12–20°C. Rainfall is moderate, and greenery spreads across the countryside. The Volga and Ural regions bloom with life.
☀️ June
Start of summer. Highs range from 18–26°C. Rain is light, and long days dominate. White Nights begin in St. Petersburg, and outdoor life flourishes.
🔥 July
Warmest month. Temperatures reach 22–32°C in central and southern regions. Rainfall is minimal, and festivals, lake trips, and dacha escapes peak.
🏖️ August
Still warm. Highs remain between 20–30°C. Occasional thunderstorms. The north begins to darken again, while the south enjoys late summer warmth.
🍂 September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 14–22°C. Rain returns gradually. Forests begin to change color, and crisp air settles over the countryside.
🌦️ October
Cooler and wetter. Highs drop to 8–14°C. Foggy mornings and frequent rain are common. Autumn foliage peaks across valleys and hillsides.
🌫️ November
Wet and chilly. Highs hover around 2–7°C, with lows near freezing. Rain dominates, and snow begins in the north and mountains. Days grow noticeably shorter.
🎄 December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from −20°C in Siberia to 0°C in Moscow. Snowfall resumes, and festive lights brighten cities. Polar nights deepen above the Arctic Circle.
