Climate of Moscow Oblast, Russia
Area-weighted average across Moscow Oblast. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Moscow Oblast, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -8.1°C / 17.4°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in to 85 mm / 3.3 in depending on the season (643 mm / 25.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8.1°C17.4°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| February | -7.4°C18.7°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | -1.9°C28.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| April | 6°C42.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| May | 12.4°C54.3°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 16.5°C61.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| July | 17.9°C64.2°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 16°C60.8°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| September | 10.6°C51.1°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 4.7°C40.5°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| November | -1.9°C28.6°F | 53 mm2.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -6°C21.2°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Moscow Oblast?
Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.9°C / 64.2°F, and the driest is March at 29 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Moscow Oblast?
Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -8.1°C / 17.4°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 643 mm / 25.3 in, with the wettest month being July (85 mm / 3.3 in) and the driest March (29 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Moscow Oblast?
The hottest month in Moscow Oblast is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.9°C / 64.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Moscow Oblast?
The coldest month in Moscow Oblast is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -8.1°C / 17.4°F.
When does it rain most in Moscow Oblast?
The wettest month in Moscow Oblast is July, averaging about 85 mm / 3.3 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 29 mm / 1.1 in.