Moscow weather in December (Moscow region, Russia)

How is the weather in Moscow in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Moscow generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -7°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Moscow in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Typically around 22 days of snowfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 19 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Moscow. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Moscow climate page with graphs.

 

Moscow, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 48 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 19 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 9%  

Where to go in Russia in December

Find out more about the weather in Russia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Moscow in December?

Visitors traveling to Moscow should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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