Latest Winter News from Russia

Warming Approaches Yekaterinburg: When Will Frost End?Warming Approaches Yekaterinburg: When Will Frost End?
Warming Approaches Yekaterinburg: When Will Frost End?After a sharp cold snap, warming is coming to the Urals. In Yekaterinburg, temperatures will reach -5°C (23°F) by Sunday.
Vladivostok Weather to Sharply Worsen: Snow and ColdVladivostok Weather to Sharply Worsen: Snow and Cold
Vladivostok Weather to Sharply Worsen: Snow and ColdTemperatures in Vladivostok will feel significantly colder on February 5 as snow, wind, and icy roads arrive after two warm days.
Wind and snow forecast for Arkhangelsk Oblast on ThursdayWind and snow forecast for Arkhangelsk Oblast on Thursday
Wind and snow forecast for Arkhangelsk Oblast on ThursdayForecasters predict cloudy skies, snow, and gusty winds across Arkhangelsk Oblast on Thursday, February 5, with temperatures ranging from -5°C (23°F) to -25°C (-13°F) and a risk of hazardous ice deposits.
February Seedling Essentials: Agronomist's TipsFebruary Seedling Essentials: Agronomist's Tips
February Seedling Essentials: Agronomist's TipsAgronomist Lyudmila Shubina shares what to sow in February, including peppers, eggplants, leeks, and flowers, with a lunar calendar for optimal timing.
Siberians Hate Krasnodar's Unpredictable WinterSiberians Hate Krasnodar's Unpredictable Winter
Siberians Hate Krasnodar's Unpredictable WinterSiberians who moved to Krasnodar say they miss their stable, snowy winters, finding the region's unpredictable weather more challenging.
Snowfalls Return to Voronezh Oblast: When to Expect?Snowfalls Return to Voronezh Oblast: When to Expect?
Snowfalls Return to Voronezh Oblast: When to Expect?After a week of anomalous frosts, Voronezh Oblast will see snowfall and a sharp warming starting Friday, February 6.
Volga Ice Thickness Table for Samara and TolyattiVolga Ice Thickness Table for Samara and Tolyatti
Volga Ice Thickness Table for Samara and TolyattiFresh measurements reveal where the Volga ice is thickest and where open water remains near Samara and Tolyatti.
Ice Buildup Threatens Power Lines in Arkhangelsk OblastIce Buildup Threatens Power Lines in Arkhangelsk Oblast
Ice Buildup Threatens Power Lines in Arkhangelsk OblastOn 4 February, ice buildup of 35 mm or more is expected on power lines in Mzensk district, Arkhangelsk Oblast, risking damage and outages.
Snowstorm to Hit Murmansk Region: Safety TipsSnowstorm to Hit Murmansk Region: Safety Tips
Snowstorm to Hit Murmansk Region: Safety TipsA snowstorm is forecast for the far north of Murmansk Region on February 5, prompting safety recommendations from the regional Emergency Ministry.
Strong winds up to 18 m/s expected in UralsStrong winds up to 18 m/s expected in Urals
Strong winds up to 18 m/s expected in UralsThe regional department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) issued an emergency warning due to stormy weather expected in the Sverdlovsk region on Wednesday.
Tula Region in Red Zone for Spring 2026 FloodsTula Region in Red Zone for Spring 2026 Floods
Tula Region in Red Zone for Spring 2026 FloodsThe Tula Region has been placed in a 'red zone' for flood risk in spring 2026 after record snowfall in late 2025 and early 2026.
Stay home, fools! Fierce wind warning in SverdlovskStay home, fools! Fierce wind warning in Sverdlovsk
Stay home, fools! Fierce wind warning in SverdlovskThe Sverdlovsk MoES issued a storm warning for February 5, urging some residents to avoid work outdoors due to fierce winds.
Even the Cold Pole Was Warmer in JanuaryEven the Cold Pole Was Warmer in January
Even the Cold Pole Was Warmer in JanuaryScientists also reveal what February holds for the Irkutsk region after a frigid January marked by extreme cold and heavy snow.
February Brings Extreme Temperature Swings to TolyattiFebruary Brings Extreme Temperature Swings to Tolyatti
February Brings Extreme Temperature Swings to TolyattiMeteorologists reveal that February in Tolyatti can see temperatures ranging from -46°C (-51°F) to +12°C (54°F), along with heavy snow and icy conditions.
Kazan ends 'Buran' plan after almost a weekKazan ends 'Buran' plan after almost a week
Kazan ends 'Buran' plan after almost a weekKazan will lift the 'Buran' plan on the night of February 4, after it had been in effect since January 30 due to heavy snowfall.
Kuzbass Temperature Plummets to -36°CKuzbass Temperature Plummets to -36°C
Kuzbass Temperature Plummets to -36°CTemperatures in Kuzbass will drop to -36°C (-33°F) on Thursday, February 5, according to the Kemerovo Hydrometeorological Center.
Sudden Cold Snap to Hit Chelyabinsk RegionSudden Cold Snap to Hit Chelyabinsk Region
Sudden Cold Snap to Hit Chelyabinsk RegionThe Chelyabinsk Hydro-Meteorological Center has warned of a sharp temperature drop to -33°C (-27°F) over the next 24 hours, beginning the night of February 4.
Sharp Cold Wave to Hit Chelyabinsk RegionSharp Cold Wave to Hit Chelyabinsk Region
Sharp Cold Wave to Hit Chelyabinsk RegionA sharp cold wave is forecast to hit the Chelyabinsk region, with overnight temperatures dropping to -33°C (-27°F). Schools are advised to prepare for possible lesson cancellations.
Sharp warming, wet snow as southern cyclone nears TomskSharp warming, wet snow as southern cyclone nears Tomsk
Sharp warming, wet snow as southern cyclone nears TomskWind gusts will reach 18 m/s as a southern cyclone brings sharp warming and wet snow to Tomsk, with temperatures rising to -1°C (30°F).
Yakutia Records World's Lowest TemperatureYakutia Records World's Lowest Temperature
Yakutia Records World's Lowest TemperatureThe coldest temperatures on Earth on February 4 were recorded in Nyurba and Suntar districts of Yakutia, reaching -52°C (-62°F).
Frosts to Persist in Tula Region Until February 6Frosts to Persist in Tula Region Until February 6
Frosts to Persist in Tula Region Until February 6In Tula Region, temperatures will fall far below the climatic norm, with frosts persisting until at least February 6.
Emergency warning in effect for Ryazan and regionEmergency warning in effect for Ryazan and region
Emergency warning in effect for Ryazan and regionThe regional emergency ministry has issued an extreme cold warning for Ryazan region from 4 to 6 February, with temperatures dropping 7–12°C below the climatic norm, urging residents to limit time outdoors.
February in Samara: From -46°C to +12°CFebruary in Samara: From -46°C to +12°C
February in Samara: From -46°C to +12°CWe publish the forecasters' description of February in the Samara Region, highlighting temperature extremes from -46°C (-51°F) to +12°C (54°F).
Snowfall Creates Danger on Sverdlovsk HighwaysSnowfall Creates Danger on Sverdlovsk Highways
Snowfall Creates Danger on Sverdlovsk HighwaysDue to heavy precipitation, road conditions in the region have significantly worsened. The State Traffic Safety Inspectorate has issued emergency recommendations to drivers.
Sverdlovsk Highways Snowed In: Emergency Warning for DriversSverdlovsk Highways Snowed In: Emergency Warning for Drivers
Sverdlovsk Highways Snowed In: Emergency Warning for DriversDue to heavy snowfall, roads in the Sverdlovsk Region have become slippery and dangerous, leading the traffic police to issue an emergency warning for drivers.