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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Moscow has a humid continental climate, classified as Dfb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 23°C, while the coldest month is February with lows dropping to -11°C. The annual temperature range of 34°C is typical of continental climates with distinct seasons.
The driest month is September with only 9 rain days and 57mm of precipitation. For travellers, September through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Moscow are April, May, June. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
23°C
July
Coldest Month
-11°C
February
Driest Month
9 days
September
Annual Range
34°C
-11° to 23°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C | -10°C | 10 | 2h | View |
| February | -5°C | -11°C | 9 | 3h | View |
| March | 1°C | -6°C | 9 | 7h | View |
| April | 10°C | 0°C | 9 | 9h | View |
| May | 18°C | 7°C | 11 | 11h | View |
| June | 21°C | 12°C | 12 | 12h | View |
| July | 23°C | 15°C | 12 | 12h | View |
| August | 22°C | 13°C | 10 | 11h | View |
| September | 16°C | 8°C | 9 | 7h | View |
| October | 8°C | 3°C | 11 | 4h | View |
| November | 1°C | -3°C | 10 | 2h | View |
| December | -3°C | -8°C | 10 | 1h | View |
January
10 rain days, 2h sun
February
9 rain days, 3h sun
March
9 rain days, 7h sun
April
9 rain days, 9h sun
May
11 rain days, 11h sun
June
12 rain days, 12h sun
July
12 rain days, 12h sun
August
10 rain days, 11h sun
September
9 rain days, 7h sun
October
11 rain days, 4h sun
November
10 rain days, 2h sun
December
10 rain days, 1h sun
Moscow in July
Data Sources for Moscow
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.