Moscow

Moscow Weather

Moscow can be pretty extreme weather-wise, with warm summers and long cold winters. Average summer temperatures are around 23°C, but heatwaves are common and can push this much higher, with temperatures upwards of 35°C possible at the height of summer. It tends to rain more in the summer too, making Moscow feel very humid, so take something light but waterproof. The winters bring snow and daytime temperatures around 8°C, although wind chill can make this seem much colder so be sure to wrap up nice and warm!

Moscow's Tourist Season

July and August are peak season, with prices for flights and hotels at a premium. May, June, September and October are cheaper yet still mild, although you may find yourself in weather neither hot and sunny nor cold and crisp. Winters are the low season, but can be a great time for a stay in Moscow, provided you have good boots and warm layers to pile on when you head outside.

Events in Moscow

The Russian Orthodox Christmas, New Year and Easter festivals are movable events that don't necessarily coincide with the European calendar, so watch out for these attractions may be closed. February brings the Maslenitsa Festival with fireworks, dancing, music and food whilst the Golden Mask Theatre Festival in March means special performances at theatres across the city. May sees Troitsa, a festival celebrating the good weather, and Moscow stars, a live music and dance festival. In October, fans of drinking will like the Days of Absinthe festival whilst December sees a myriad of festivals to brighten the days; the Russian Winter Festival and Jazz Voices feature among them. There's also lots of ice-skating at locations across Moscow throughout the winter.