Climate of Moscow, Russia
Area-weighted average across Moscow. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Moscow, a subdivision of Russian Federation, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -9°C / 15.8°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July, with rainfall from 28 mm / 1.1 in to 86 mm / 3.4 in depending on the season (623 mm / 24.5 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9°C15.8°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -8.4°C16.9°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| March | -3.4°C25.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| April | 5°C41°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 12.2°C54°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 16.4°C61.5°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 17.9°C64.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| August | 16.2°C61.2°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| September | 10.8°C51.4°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| October | 4.9°C40.8°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| November | -1.8°C28.8°F | 50 mm2″ | Snowy |
| December | -5.8°C21.6°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Moscow?
Moscow, 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 28 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Moscow?
Moscow, Russian Federation has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -9°C / 15.8°F in January to 17.9°C / 64.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 623 mm / 24.5 in, with the wettest month being July (86 mm / 3.4 in) and the driest March (28 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?
The hottest month in Moscow is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.9°C / 64.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Moscow?
The coldest month in Moscow is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -9°C / 15.8°F.
When does it rain most in Moscow?
The wettest month in Moscow is July, averaging about 86 mm / 3.4 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 28 mm / 1.1 in.