Latest Winter News from Russia

Voronezh Oblast Issues Storm Warning for Severe FrostVoronezh Oblast Issues Storm Warning for Severe Frost
Voronezh Oblast Issues Storm Warning for Severe FrostThe regional branch of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) issued a storm warning for Voronezh Oblast as temperatures from 5 to 6 February are expected to be 5–10°C below the climatic norm.
Sochi Cleans Beaches After Multi-Day StormSochi Cleans Beaches After Multi-Day Storm
Sochi Cleans Beaches After Multi-Day StormCleanup efforts are underway on Sochi beaches after a multi-day storm, with 15 cubic meters of waste already removed from the resort's center.
Storm warning extended in Sverdlovsk regionStorm warning extended in Sverdlovsk region
Storm warning extended in Sverdlovsk regionRescuers have extended the storm warning in Sverdlovsk Region. On 6 February, wind gusts of up to 18 m/s are expected in some areas.
Storm Warning for Urals as Strong Winds ApproachStorm Warning for Urals as Strong Winds Approach
Storm Warning for Urals as Strong Winds ApproachRescuers have extended a storm warning for the Sverdlovsk Region on 6 February due to strong winds of up to 18 m/s.
Kilometer-long queues at Sochi ski resorts after snowKilometer-long queues at Sochi ski resorts after snow
Kilometer-long queues at Sochi ski resorts after snowAfter a heavy snowfall, skiers and snowboarders have created kilometer-long queues at Sochi's ski resorts as they take advantage of the conditions.
Kilometer-Long Queues for Fresh Powder at Sochi Ski ResortsKilometer-Long Queues for Fresh Powder at Sochi Ski Resorts
Kilometer-Long Queues for Fresh Powder at Sochi Ski ResortsKilometer-long queues formed at lift lines in Sochi's mountain cluster as skiers and snowboarders rush to enjoy fresh powder in good weather.
Frosts Recede: Warmer Weather for Kuzbass on FridayFrosts Recede: Warmer Weather for Kuzbass on Friday
Frosts Recede: Warmer Weather for Kuzbass on FridayAccording to the Kemerovo Hydrometcenter, temperatures in Kuzbass on Friday, February 6, will rise significantly, with some areas reaching above zero.
Altai Krai Weekend Temperature Swing: +2 to -25°CAltai Krai Weekend Temperature Swing: +2 to -25°C
Altai Krai Weekend Temperature Swing: +2 to -25°CA storm warning is in effect for Altai Krai as temperatures swing from +2°C to -25°C (36 to -13°F) over the weekend, with heavy snow and strong winds expected.
Ice on Lake Baikal Covered with CracksIce on Lake Baikal Covered with Cracks
Ice on Lake Baikal Covered with CracksSatellite imagery reveals cracks across almost the entire surface of Lake Baikal, making ice walking dangerous as winds cause periodic widening and narrowing.
Samara Oblast Cold Snap to Ease by SundaySamara Oblast Cold Snap to Ease by Sunday
Samara Oblast Cold Snap to Ease by SundayTemperatures in Samara Oblast have plunged to -20°C (-4°F) and below. Forecasters say the bitter cold will persist through Saturday before a warm-up arrives on Sunday.
Volgograd Photographer Captures Frozen VolgaVolgograd Photographer Captures Frozen Volga
Volgograd Photographer Captures Frozen VolgaVolgograd photographer Alena Demochkina has captured winter landscapes of the frozen Volga, with dark water under the ice creating a mesmerizing view.
Volgograd photographer showcases frozen Volga's stunning beautyVolgograd photographer showcases frozen Volga's stunning beauty
Volgograd photographer showcases frozen Volga's stunning beautyA photographer from Volgograd has captured the mesmerizing beauty of the winter Volga, where the dark water hidden beneath the ice creates a captivating scene.
Irkutsk Weather: Frost to Give Way to WarmingIrkutsk Weather: Frost to Give Way to Warming
Irkutsk Weather: Frost to Give Way to WarmingAfter a short cold snap, Irkutsk residents can expect a warming trend this week, with temperatures rising above seasonal norms by the weekend.
New Wave of Frosts Hits Ryazan RegionNew Wave of Frosts Hits Ryazan Region
New Wave of Frosts Hits Ryazan RegionAn emergency warning is in effect for the Ryazan Region starting Thursday, February 5, due to fog and extreme frosts, with temperatures dropping to -33°C (-27°F).
Snowstorm Breaks Daily Records in TogliattiSnowstorm Breaks Daily Records in Togliatti
Snowstorm Breaks Daily Records in TogliattiA snowstorm in Togliatti and Samara Oblast broke five-year daily precipitation records on 3 February, with some stations recording over 20 mm of snow.
Buried to the Nostrils! Samara Snowfalls Break RecordsBuried to the Nostrils! Samara Snowfalls Break Records
Buried to the Nostrils! Samara Snowfalls Break RecordsOn 3 February, several weather stations in the Samara region set new daily precipitation records for February, with Bolshaya Glushitsa receiving 21.4 mm — more than double the previous record.
Central Russia to See Warming, Then FrostsCentral Russia to See Warming, Then Frosts
Central Russia to See Warming, Then FrostsSpecialists at the Fobos weather center reported a brief warming in Yaroslavl Oblast, with cold weather returning afterwards.
Cold Anomaly Ends; Warming Then Frosts Central RussiaCold Anomaly Ends; Warming Then Frosts Central Russia
Cold Anomaly Ends; Warming Then Frosts Central RussiaCentral Russia will see a brief warming this weekend as the cold anomaly shrinks, but frosts will return next week, according to Fobos weather experts.
Krasnodar Weather: Warmth Returns This WeekendKrasnodar Weather: Warmth Returns This Weekend
Krasnodar Weather: Warmth Returns This WeekendAfter a brief warm spell, frost and snow returned to Krasnodar, but warmer weather is expected soon, with highs reaching +8–9°C (46–48°F) by Sunday.
Wind and snow: Murmansk region weather ThursdayWind and snow: Murmansk region weather Thursday
Wind and snow: Murmansk region weather ThursdayThe Kola Peninsula will be under the influence of cyclonic activity in the Barents Sea on February 5-7, according to Murmansk weather forecasters.
Rostov Oblast Forecast: Frost on 5 FebruaryRostov Oblast Forecast: Frost on 5 February
Rostov Oblast Forecast: Frost on 5 FebruaryAccording to the Rostov Hydrometeorology Center, no snowfall is expected in the region on February 5, but frosty weather will persist.
Frost rages in Rostov region on February 5Frost rages in Rostov region on February 5
Frost rages in Rostov region on February 5The frost that arrived in the Rostov region shows no signs of weakening, but no precipitation is expected, according to the Rostov Hydrometeorological Center.
February Beyond the Norm: Forecast for Perm KraiFebruary Beyond the Norm: Forecast for Perm Krai
February Beyond the Norm: Forecast for Perm KraiForecasters say February 2026 in Perm Krai will be colder than the climate norm, with heavy snow expected in the first week, followed by drier conditions.
Severe frosts return to Bashkortostan — forecasters weigh inSevere frosts return to Bashkortostan — forecasters weigh in
Severe frosts return to Bashkortostan — forecasters weigh inBashkortostan faces a return of severe frosts, with temperatures dropping to -30°C (-22°F) as an arctic front arrives, according to Bashgidromet.
Warming in Yekaterinburg: When Will the Frosts Subside?Warming in Yekaterinburg: When Will the Frosts Subside?
Warming in Yekaterinburg: When Will the Frosts Subside?After severe frosts, warming is expected in Yekaterinburg, with temperatures rising to -5 degrees Celsius (23°F) on Sunday.