Latest Winter News from Russia

Strong magnetic storm hits Earth, impacting Murmansk regionStrong magnetic storm hits Earth, impacting Murmansk region
Strong magnetic storm hits Earth, impacting Murmansk regionA powerful solar flare has triggered a severe geomagnetic storm, which may cause headaches and weakness for weather-sensitive individuals in Murmansk Oblast until it subsides.
Perm Krai issues storm warning for -42°C frostPerm Krai issues storm warning for -42°C frost
Perm Krai issues storm warning for -42°C frostThe Russian Emergency Ministry has issued an emergency storm warning to residents of the Perm region as severe frosts are forecast to drop to -42°C (-44°F).
Baikal's Ice Period Shortens, Freezing Later and Thawing EarlierBaikal's Ice Period Shortens, Freezing Later and Thawing Earlier
Baikal's Ice Period Shortens, Freezing Later and Thawing EarlierA scientist explains what shorter ice cover means for Lake Baikal's ecosystem and local communities.
Powerful Magnetic Storm to Engulf Tula Region by Midday January 20Powerful Magnetic Storm to Engulf Tula Region by Midday January 20
Powerful Magnetic Storm to Engulf Tula Region by Midday January 20A G4.7-class solar flare has triggered a severe magnetic storm expected to hit the Tula region by 15:00 on January 20.
Strong Magnetic Storm Hits Novosibirsk: Duration ForecastStrong Magnetic Storm Hits Novosibirsk: Duration Forecast
Strong Magnetic Storm Hits Novosibirsk: Duration ForecastAstronomers have detected a severe radiation storm, triggering a powerful magnetic storm over Novosibirsk expected to last through January 21.
Strong magnetic storm hits Earth, affecting Arkhangelsk residents' healthStrong magnetic storm hits Earth, affecting Arkhangelsk residents' health
Strong magnetic storm hits Earth, affecting Arkhangelsk residents' healthA powerful magnetic storm struck Earth on January 20, following a solar flare, and weather-sensitive people in Arkhangelsk Oblast may experience symptoms like weakness and headaches. Meteorologists predict the storm will end around 15:00 Moscow time.
Will Heating Bills Soar in Krasnoyarsk After Frosts? SGC RespondsWill Heating Bills Soar in Krasnoyarsk After Frosts? SGC Responds
Will Heating Bills Soar in Krasnoyarsk After Frosts? SGC RespondsKrasnoyarsk has faced a week of severe frosts, with residents estimating heating costs. Only homes with energy-efficient systems may see lower bills, according to SGC and a consumer group.
Ice Towns Reopen in TomskIce Towns Reopen in Tomsk
Ice Towns Reopen in TomskFollowing a week-long closure due to frost, ice towns in Tomsk have resumed operations, the city hall announced.
Kuban braces for severe frosts 10°C below normalKuban braces for severe frosts 10°C below normal
Kuban braces for severe frosts 10°C below normalTemperatures in Russia's Kuban region are forecast to drop 10°C below the seasonal average, with no snowfall expected in the immediate forecast.
Omsk Warned of Severe Cold with -40°C FrostsOmsk Warned of Severe Cold with -40°C Frosts
Omsk Warned of Severe Cold with -40°C FrostsA severe cold snap is expected to begin in the Omsk Region on January 21, with temperatures potentially falling to -40°C (-40°F).
Wet Snow and Black Ice Expected in Murmansk RegionWet Snow and Black Ice Expected in Murmansk Region
Wet Snow and Black Ice Expected in Murmansk RegionThe Murmansk region will experience wet snow and black ice on 20 January. The local weather service issued a warning for slippery conditions.
Rostov Oblast to see warming on January 20Rostov Oblast to see warming on January 20
Rostov Oblast to see warming on January 20On January 20, Rostov Oblast is expected to see warming, but temperatures will remain below freezing. Some areas may experience snow.
-36°C Frosts May Shut Schools in Kurgan Oblast-36°C Frosts May Shut Schools in Kurgan Oblast
-36°C Frosts May Shut Schools in Kurgan OblastWith frosts expected to reach -36°C (-33°F) in Kurgan Oblast, authorities are prepared to cancel school sessions according to temperature thresholds.
Rostov Weather Forecast: Warming on January 20Rostov Weather Forecast: Warming on January 20
Rostov Weather Forecast: Warming on January 20Temperatures in the Rostov region are forecast to rise on January 20, with snow expected in some areas.
Emergency Warning Issued in Zabaykalsky Krai Over Severe FrostsEmergency Warning Issued in Zabaykalsky Krai Over Severe Frosts
Emergency Warning Issued in Zabaykalsky Krai Over Severe FrostsAn emergency warning has been declared in Zabaykalsky Krai due to a cold snap expected on 21–23 January in its western districts. Temperatures are forecast to plunge to minus 45°C (minus 49°F) and below.
After Snow Melt, Cold Snap Expected in Arkhangelsk OblastAfter Snow Melt, Cold Snap Expected in Arkhangelsk Oblast
After Snow Melt, Cold Snap Expected in Arkhangelsk OblastTemperatures in Arkhangelsk Oblast will range from -4 to -9°C (25 to 16°F) on January 20, according to the Northern UGMS, with some areas seeing -14°C (7°F).
How to Use Peat Pellets for Seedlings: Pros and ConsHow to Use Peat Pellets for Seedlings: Pros and Cons
How to Use Peat Pellets for Seedlings: Pros and ConsAn agronomist explains how to use peat pellets for seedlings, outlining the advantages and potential drawbacks of this popular gardening method.
Forensic Expert Praises Chelyabinsk Over Viral Intercom Licking VideoForensic Expert Praises Chelyabinsk Over Viral Intercom Licking Video
Forensic Expert Praises Chelyabinsk Over Viral Intercom Licking VideoA Moscow forensic pathologist and writer expressed affection for the city after a clip of a child sticking his tongue to a frozen intercom gained tens of thousands of views online.
Planting Petunia, Eustoma, and Lobelia Seedlings in JanuaryPlanting Petunia, Eustoma, and Lobelia Seedlings in January
Planting Petunia, Eustoma, and Lobelia Seedlings in JanuaryAgronomist Nuranaya Sharigina advises starting flower seedlings in January, including petunias, eustomas, and lobelias, for optimal growth.
Krasnoyarsk woman shares 65-day Christmas tree care recipeKrasnoyarsk woman shares 65-day Christmas tree care recipe
Krasnoyarsk woman shares 65-day Christmas tree care recipeA Krasnoyarsk woman reveals her secret to keeping a Christmas tree fresh for up to 65 days: a simple aspirin tablet in the water.
Cook Tyumen Merchant's Christmas Cheese Balls: A Historical RecipeCook Tyumen Merchant's Christmas Cheese Balls: A Historical Recipe
Cook Tyumen Merchant's Christmas Cheese Balls: A Historical RecipeThis simple frozen cottage cheese dessert, known as cheese balls, was a Christmas favorite in Tyumen a century ago and remains easy to prepare at home.
Siberian amputee with diabetes shares wintering tips for SochiSiberian amputee with diabetes shares wintering tips for Sochi
Siberian amputee with diabetes shares wintering tips for SochiAngry Legless GALA travels, meets people, and advises not to despair. Her story is about how boundaries are in our minds, and a warm winter is closer than it seems.
Hardworking Street Cleaner from Orenburg Becomes Social Media StarHardworking Street Cleaner from Orenburg Becomes Social Media Star
Hardworking Street Cleaner from Orenburg Becomes Social Media StarResidents of Orenburg purchased New Year's gifts for a pensioner, something the man never expected.
Evening with a 'real' Father Frost in KemerovoEvening with a 'real' Father Frost in Kemerovo
Evening with a 'real' Father Frost in KemerovoA journalist's faith in Christmas magic was shaken while reporting on a 'real' Father Frost in Kemerovo, where the experience revealed a less magical reality.
Yakutsk's Ded Moroz on sauna invites, corpses, and children's wishesYakutsk's Ded Moroz on sauna invites, corpses, and children's wishes
Yakutsk's Ded Moroz on sauna invites, corpses, and children's wishesLadies invite him to the sauna, but he prefers going to the banya with the guys. Vladimir Gonoshenko, the city's main Santa Claus figure, shares his most candid stories in an interview with 14.RU.