Sudden Snowstorm Batters Southern Primorsky Krai, Leaving Uneven Chaos
A sudden snowstorm struck southern Primorsky Krai on the evening of December 13, 2025. The brief but powerful weather event brought heavy snowfall, drastically altering conditions across the region overnight. Forecasters now warn of an unstable week ahead, with extreme cold and sharp temperature shifts expected.
The storm hit hard, dumping nearly 10 mm of precipitation in Partizansk and Nakhodka—two of the hardest-hit areas. Yet, by the morning of December 14, these same towns recorded the lowest snow depths in the region. Vladivostok saw the least snow overall, with just over 2 mm accumulating.
The snowstorm’s impact was uneven, leaving some areas buried under deep drifts while others saw minimal accumulation. With extreme cold and unstable conditions forecasted, residents are bracing for a challenging week. Authorities have advised caution as temperatures plummet and weather patterns remain volatile.
