Moscow Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Moscow's climate changes dramatically with the seasons. The city experiences continental weather, typified by surprisingly hot and short summers. Winters are extremely cold and long. The winter snows begin in October and often last well into spring.
Summer, on the other hand, is the most popular time to visit Moscow. The days are very long and the weather is nice and warm. Thunderstorms and heavy rain is common during July and August.
Monthly Temperature in Moscow
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Moscow. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C (27°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in July to -10°C (14°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Moscow
Generally, Moscow has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 692 mm (27 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Moscow experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 81 mm (3.2 in) in July, the wettest month, and 39 mm (1.5 in) in March, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Moscow Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Moscow
Moscow can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Moscow by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Moscow.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Moscow
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in June, July and August to 5 m/s (10 knots) in January and March. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Moscow 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Moscow
During the months of May, June, July and August, Moscow enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (67°F) to 25°C (77°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 63 mm (2.5 in) in May to 81 mm (3.2 in) in July. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
