Travel Planning
🇷🇺 Russia
Best Time to Visit Moscow
Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Moscow, Russia.
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Best Months to Visit
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12-Month Comfort Guide
Best Shoulder Avoid
January Avoid
-6.3°C · 53mm
Score 43
February Avoid
-5.9°C · 44mm
Score 44
March Shoulder
-0.7°C · 39mm
Score 55
April Shoulder
7.0°C · 37mm
Score 70
May Shoulder
13.6°C · 61mm
Score 83
June Best
17.3°C · 77mm
Score 91
July Best
19.8°C · 84mm
Score 96
August Best
17.8°C · 78mm
Score 92
September Shoulder
12.2°C · 66mm
Score 80
October Shoulder
6.0°C · 70mm
Score 68
November Shoulder
-0.4°C · 52mm
Score 55
December Avoid
-4.4°C · 51mm
Score 47
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Seasonal Overview
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Monthly Detail Pages
Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What is the best month to visit Moscow? +
By comfort score, July is the best month to visit Moscow (score: 96). Expect average temperatures of 19.8°C and 84mm of precipitation.
02 When does it rain most in Moscow? +
January sees the heaviest rainfall in Moscow (53mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.
03 What is Moscow like in summer? +
Summer in Moscow averages 18.3°C with 80mm of rain per month. It remains relatively cool.
04 What is Moscow like in winter? +
Winter averages -5.5°C with 49mm per month. Bring heavy winter clothing.
05 What should I pack for Moscow? +
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.
06 What is the peak tourist season in Moscow? +
Peak season falls in July, August, June. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in May, September, April.
- Sources
- Open-Meteo
- Updated
- 2026-01-01