Weather in Moscow
What's the weather like in Moscow?
Moscow has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -5°C (24°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July, with overnight lows around -9°C (15°F) and 15°C (58°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Moscow are May through August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇷🇺 Russia
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Moscow
- Coordinates
- 55.756, 37.617
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C / 24°F | -9°C / 15°F | 44 mm | 21 | — |
| February | -2°C / 28°F | -8°C / 18°F | 33 mm | 17 | — |
| March | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 23°F | 37 mm | 16 | — |
| April | 11°C / 52°F | 1°C / 34°F | 45 mm | 17 | — |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 8°C / 46°F | 67 mm | 18 | — |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 62 mm | 17 | — |
| July | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 58°F | 75 mm | 22 | — |
| August | 23°C / 74°F | 14°C / 56°F | 53 mm | 16 | — |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 9°C / 47°F | 49 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 9°C / 47°F | 3°C / 37°F | 49 mm | 18 | — |
| November | 1°C / 35°F | -3°C / 27°F | 47 mm | 17 | — |
| December | -2°C / 28°F | -6°C / 21°F | 54 mm | 19 | — |
Moscow by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Moscow?
The most comfortable months in Moscow are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Moscow?
July is typically the hottest month in Moscow, averaging a high of 24°C (75°F).
What is the coldest month in Moscow?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -9°C (15°F).
Does it snow in Moscow?
Snow is rare in Moscow; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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