Heavy Rain Inundates Petersburg, Kolpino Experiences Highest Rainfall (Video)
St. Petersburg Braces for Cooler Weather and Rainy Days
After a prolonged heatwave, St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region are experiencing a shift in weather, with temperatures dropping and rainy days becoming more frequent. The end of the heatwave, which saw temperatures near 30°C, is expected to continue for the coming weeks, with daily highs mostly in the range of 15–22°C and lows around 8–13°C[1][2][3][5].
Rainfall has also been a significant feature in the city, with torrential rain hitting St. Petersburg on Tuesday afternoon[4]. The city's drainage system functioned properly during the heavy rain, ensuring that the city remained manageable[6]. Over 70 Vodokanal brigades are currently working in the city, with special attention given to Kolpino, which received nearly a month's worth of rain in a short period, totaling 60.75 mm[7][8].
Regarding the possibility of waterspouts, no current indications or official forecasts of waterspouts have been reported for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region. The weather is shifting to cooler, rainier conditions that typically do not favor waterspouts[1][2][3][5]. If waterspout risks are a concern, closer monitoring of local severe weather warnings and thunderstorm development would be necessary, but based on current data, no increased waterspout threat is apparent.
In addition to the weather changes, St. Petersburg's public transport fares have increased[9]. For those planning to visit the city, Kronstadt, a destination in St. Petersburg, offers information on how to get there, what to see, and the costs involved[10]. Despite the challenges, St. Petersburg continues to be a vibrant and exciting city to explore.
References: [1] [Weather forecast source 1] [2] [Weather forecast source 2] [3] [Weather forecast source 3] [4] [News source 1] [5] [Climate data source] [6] [City report] [7] [Rainfall data source] [8] [City report] [9] [Transport authority source] [10] [Tourism board source]
Weather forecasting predicts cooler temperatures and rainy days in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region for the coming weeks. Contrary to some fears, there are currently no official waterspout forecasts for this region given the changing weather conditions.
){kind=link}