Moscow faces a potential 25-year cold record, according to Sinoptik Tishkovets.
Cold Weather Alert: Unusual Spring Conditions Forecasted for Moscow
Moscow and its surrounding region are bracing for a cold snap, with daytime temperatures expected to hover around +3 to +5°C on May 8, according to meteorological forecasts. The city can also expect mixed-phase precipitation and unusually cold temperatures on May 9, a departure from typical spring conditions.
The upcoming weather is attributed to a North Atlantic cyclone named "Gulla," which is set to hit the region on May 7. The cyclone's center will be approximately 150-200 km south of Moscow, bringing unstable conditions and potential for wet snow and ice glazing.
On May 7, the region can expect wet snow, with snow cover reaching 0.2-0.3 cm, and ice glazing is expected on May 8, with snow cover on roads ranging from 0.6 to 1.7 cm. Nighttime temperatures will drop significantly, with a forecast of -4°C on May 9.
Despite the cold weather, it appears that the air part of the Victory Parade in Moscow will proceed as planned, as the conditions are unlikely to cause cancellations. The lower boundary of the cloud layer is expected to be above 350-400 meters, ensuring safe flight conditions for participating aircraft.
Pilots are expected to perform group aerobatics in the sky above the capital under visual contact conditions. However, afternoon temperatures on May 9 will rise to +2 to +7°C, but gusty winds will make it feel around 5°C colder.
After May 10, temperatures are expected to return to the normal range for May, marking the end of the abnormal cold spell in Central Russia. In nearby Rяazan, up to 35 mm of rain is expected, equivalent to almost a month's worth in a single day.
It's worth noting that according to weather statistics, it hasn't been this cold in Moscow on May 9 for a quarter of a century, as noted by Yevgeny Tishkovets. For detailed historical weather trends and the exact May 9 forecast with a comparison over 25 years, consulting a specialized meteorological archive or a long-term climate report for Moscow would be necessary, as the current search results do not provide this information.
After May 10, unstable weather conditions are expected, with temperatures ranging from +8 to +13°C. It's advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts to ensure safety and preparedness during this unusual spring season.
- Given the predicted unstable conditions, the society needs to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts for safety and preparedness during this unusual spring season in Moscow.
- Despite the unusual cold weather on May 9, the weather-forecasting is predicting that the air part of the Victory Parade in Moscow will proceed as planned, although gusty winds could make it feel around 5°C colder.
