Latest Winter News from Russia

Frosts retreat: Omsk to warm up to -4 degreesFrosts retreat: Omsk to warm up to -4 degrees
Frosts retreat: Omsk to warm up to -4 degreesOmsk residents can look forward to a warming spell, with temperatures predicted to rise to -4°C (25°F) after days of severe cold.
Snow and Wind Expected in Arkhangelsk OblastSnow and Wind Expected in Arkhangelsk Oblast
Snow and Wind Expected in Arkhangelsk OblastDespite overnight temperatures dropping to nearly -20°C (-4°F) in some areas, severe frosts have not yet returned to Arkhangelsk Oblast, with cloudy skies, snow, and westerly winds forecast for the day.
Frosts, Time's Up! Forecasters Predict Warming for BashkortostanFrosts, Time's Up! Forecasters Predict Warming for Bashkortostan
Frosts, Time's Up! Forecasters Predict Warming for BashkortostanResidents of Bashkortostan can expect relief from the severe cold as meteorologists forecast a warming trend beginning this week.
Meteorologists Predict When Warmth Will Return to Orenburg OblastMeteorologists Predict When Warmth Will Return to Orenburg Oblast
Meteorologists Predict When Warmth Will Return to Orenburg OblastThe forecast was provided by the Volga Hydrometeorological Service.
Tomsk to see warming with temperatures rising to -5°CTomsk to see warming with temperatures rising to -5°C
Tomsk to see warming with temperatures rising to -5°CThis week in Tomsk, temperatures are expected to rise from frigid lows to near-zero, with highs reaching -5°C by the weekend.
Onon wind blows heat from school, students sent to remote learningOnon wind blows heat from school, students sent to remote learning
Onon wind blows heat from school, students sent to remote learningA school in the Transbaikal village of Borzhigtai has switched to remote learning due to cold temperatures in the building, even though its boiler room is working normally.
Saint Nina's Day folk omens: Snowfall hints at cold springSaint Nina's Day folk omens: Snowfall hints at cold spring
Saint Nina's Day folk omens: Snowfall hints at cold springOn January 27, Orthodox Christians honor Saint Nina, and folk traditions offer signs to predict the weather and harvest for the coming year.
2026 seedling planting: Lunar calendar and key dates2026 seedling planting: Lunar calendar and key dates
2026 seedling planting: Lunar calendar and key datesA Novosibirsk agronomist has outlined the optimal times to plant seedlings in 2026, with April being the busiest month.
Primorye to See Slight Warming on January 27Primorye to See Slight Warming on January 27
Primorye to See Slight Warming on January 27Weather forecasters predict a slight warming in Primorye on Tuesday, January 27, with little snow expected. Temperatures will rise during the day, but icy roads and strong winds may persist.
Will temperatures drop in Arkhangelsk Oblast on Tuesday?Will temperatures drop in Arkhangelsk Oblast on Tuesday?
Will temperatures drop in Arkhangelsk Oblast on Tuesday?Forecast from meteorologists at the Northern Hydrometeorological Service (UGMS).
Forecasters warn Voronezh drivers of hazardous conditions on M-4 highwayForecasters warn Voronezh drivers of hazardous conditions on M-4 highway
Forecasters warn Voronezh drivers of hazardous conditions on M-4 highwayTomorrow, sections of the M-4 Don Highway are expected to be hit by heavy rain in the south and snow in the north, posing risks to drivers.
Forecasters Predict Snowy, Windy Weather in UdmurtiaForecasters Predict Snowy, Windy Weather in Udmurtia
Forecasters Predict Snowy, Windy Weather in UdmurtiaStrong snowfalls and gusty winds are expected in Udmurtia from January 26 to February 1, with temperatures above climatic norms.
Expert Predicts Very Cold February for YekaterinburgExpert Predicts Very Cold February for Yekaterinburg
Expert Predicts Very Cold February for YekaterinburgAleksey Pulin, author of the Telegram channel 'Weather in Yekaterinburg,' reports a cold first half of February. Data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model confirm that temperatures will be below the climatic norm.
Expert Forecasts Very Cold February for YekaterinburgExpert Forecasts Very Cold February for Yekaterinburg
Expert Forecasts Very Cold February for YekaterinburgA meteorology expert has issued a forecast predicting unusually cold weather for the first weeks of February in Yekaterinburg.
Temperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black IceTemperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black Ice
Temperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black IceResidents of Kuban in southern Russia are warned of cold and icy conditions, but temperatures are expected to rise sharply mid-week.
Volgograd residents describe surviving harsh winterVolgograd residents describe surviving harsh winter
Volgograd residents describe surviving harsh winterResidents of Volgograd share how they cope with persistent frosts below -20°C (-4°F) during an abnormally cold winter in 2026.
‘I froze my feet’: Volgograd residents survive harsh winter‘I froze my feet’: Volgograd residents survive harsh winter
‘I froze my feet’: Volgograd residents survive harsh winterTemperatures of minus 20 degrees Celsius (-4°F) are testing the endurance of Volgograd residents accustomed to heat.
Snowstorm warning announced in YaroslavlSnowstorm warning announced in Yaroslavl
Snowstorm warning announced in YaroslavlSpecialists are forecasting a sharp deterioration in weather conditions in the region starting from the evening of January 26.
Yaroslavl Authorities Issue Blizzard and Heavy Snow WarningYaroslavl Authorities Issue Blizzard and Heavy Snow Warning
Yaroslavl Authorities Issue Blizzard and Heavy Snow WarningMeteorologists have warned residents of Yaroslavl Oblast about a blizzard and heavy snowfall expected from Tuesday evening to Wednesday morning, with visibility dropping to 300–800 meters.
Sochi's Sunny Break Brief, Rains and Storm Due Next WeekendSochi's Sunny Break Brief, Rains and Storm Due Next Weekend
Sochi's Sunny Break Brief, Rains and Storm Due Next WeekendA storm is forecast off the Sochi coast, with the Emergencies Ministry issuing SMS alerts to warn residents and visitors.
Warm Footwear and Thermal Underwear: Rescuers Advise Ulyanovsk ResidentsWarm Footwear and Thermal Underwear: Rescuers Advise Ulyanovsk Residents
Warm Footwear and Thermal Underwear: Rescuers Advise Ulyanovsk ResidentsTemperatures of -31°C (-24°F) are again forecast for the region on 27 January. Emergency services are recommending protective measures.
Forecasters issue Irkutsk weather forecast for real Siberian winterForecasters issue Irkutsk weather forecast for real Siberian winter
Forecasters issue Irkutsk weather forecast for real Siberian winterSevere frosts are expected only in the north of the Angara region.