Rostov Blanketed by Snow: Photos Show Snowfall Aftermath

Residents of Rostov-on-Don experienced a snowfall on February 2, with some already baking traditional vatrushki (cottage cheese pastries). The city faced serious traffic jams and snowdrifts.
Apr 19, 2026
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The streets of Rostov are gradually being covered with a layer of snow.
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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

On the afternoon of February 2, Rostov-on-Don was hit by an intense snowfall. By 16:00, the traffic situation in the city had deteriorated to the maximum level, with traffic jams rated at 10 points.

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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

Snow is actively covering sidewalks, making it increasingly difficult to walk. Due to the bad weather, some residents stayed home and even baked traditional vatrushki.

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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

Below are photographs of the snow-covered streets of Rostov.

Ice is hidden under the layer of snow, so movement should be done with special caution.
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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

The wind is piling up snow drifts in the courtyards of residential buildings.
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Cyclists find it extremely difficult to navigate the snow-covered roads.
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The intersection of Sokolova and Krasnoarmeyskaya streets.
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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

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The crossing of Lermontovskaya and Sokolova streets.
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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

Pushkinskaya Street was being cleared, but the snowfall has covered it again.
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On Publichka, icy dunes have formed.
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Renat Daynutdinov / 161.RU

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