Moscow, Russia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Moscow
Moscow has a humid continental climate, marked by warm summers and cold, often snowy winters. Average daytime highs range from about 24°F (-5°C) in January to around 75°F (24°C) in July, and the city records roughly 131 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 75°F (24°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 24°F (-5°C)
- Record high: 92°F (33°C) · Record low: -24°F (-31°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.3 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid continental - warm summers and cold, often snowy winters
- Snow: about 38 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 75°F (24°C) and overnight lows stay near 59°F (15°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 24°F (-5°C) and lows around 14°F (-10°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (33°C) and dropped as low as -24°F (-31°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.2 inches (82 mm) of rain over 14 days, while March is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.3 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 38 days in a typical year, mostly from October through April.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° | 14° | 13 | 1.8 in | 1.6 h/day | 86% |
| February | 27° | 17° | 10 | 1.4 in | 3.7 h/day | 85% |
| March | 36° | 22° | 9 | 1.4 in | 7.0 h/day | 79% |
| April | 52° | 34° | 10 | 1.9 in | 9.1 h/day | 68% |
| May | 64° | 45° | 11 | 2.6 in | 11.4 h/day | 65% |
| June | 73° | 54° | 10 | 2.5 in | 13.3 h/day | 65% |
| July | 75° | 59° | 14 | 3.2 in | 12.6 h/day | 71% |
| August | 74° | 56° | 8 | 2.1 in | 11.4 h/day | 70% |
| September | 63° | 48° | 9 | 1.9 in | 8.0 h/day | 74% |
| October | 49° | 38° | 12 | 2.1 in | 4.5 h/day | 79% |
| November | 35° | 28° | 11 | 2.0 in | 1.8 h/day | 85% |
| December | 28° | 21° | 14 | 2.1 in | 1.0 h/day | 87% |
Moscow month by month
Moscow weather in January
January brings highs around 24°F (-5°C), lows near 14°F (-10°C), about 13 wet days and roughly 9 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Moscow.
Moscow weather in February
February brings highs around 27°F (-3°C), lows near 17°F (-8°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 7 snowy days.
Moscow weather in March
March brings highs around 36°F (2°C), lows near 22°F (-6°C), about 9 wet days and roughly 4 snowy days - typically the driest month of the year in Moscow.
Moscow weather in April
April brings highs around 52°F (11°C), lows near 34°F (1°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Moscow weather in May
May brings highs around 64°F (18°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), about 11 wet days.
Moscow weather in June
June brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 10 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Moscow.
Moscow weather in July
July brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 14 wet days - typically the hottest month and the wettest month of the year in Moscow.
Moscow weather in August
August brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 56°F (14°C), about 8 wet days.
Moscow weather in September
September brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 9 wet days.
Moscow weather in October
October brings highs around 49°F (9°C), lows near 38°F (3°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Moscow weather in November
November brings highs around 35°F (2°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 11 wet days and roughly 5 snowy days.
Moscow weather in December
December brings highs around 28°F (-2°C), lows near 21°F (-6°C), about 14 wet days and roughly 10 snowy days.
Seasons in Moscow
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Moscow runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 51°F (10°C) and nights around 34°F (1°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season, plus around 6 snowy days.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Moscow brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 56°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Moscow is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 49°F (9°C) and nights around 38°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season, plus around 7 snowy days.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Moscow is frigid, with daytime highs averaging 26°F (-3°C) and nights around 17°F (-8°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season, plus around 26 snowy days. Wind makes those temperatures feel harsher than they sound - pair the forecast winds with the wind speed converter to judge conditions on exposed skin.
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Best time to visit Moscow
The best time to visit Moscow is generally May to June and August to September, when this window offers the warmest, brightest days of the year. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
Pack for Moscow with a heavy insulated coat, hat and gloves for winter; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 59°F (15°C).
Moscow temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.