October weather forecast
Russia

October brings a substantial shift in weather across Russia, marking a definitive transition into autumn. The temperatures continue their downward trend, while the landscapes change their colors to spectacular hues of red, orange, and yellow.

In the expansive Siberian region, the mercury dips considerably during October. For instance, in Oymyakon, the temperatures can vary from -20°C (-4°F) to -5°C (23°F), indicating the impending onset of severe winter. The rest of Siberia experiences similar cooling trends.

In the central part of Russia, including the bustling cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg, October offers a chilly climate. Moscow sees average temperatures ranging from 2°C (35.6°F) to 8°C (46.4°F), while in Saint Petersburg, they fluctuate from 1°C (33.8°F) to 7°C (44.6°F). The chill in the air grows stronger as the month progresses, with the first snowfall likely to occur towards the end of the month, especially in Saint Petersburg.

The southern regions, including the areas along the Black Sea, witness a decline in temperatures but remain comparatively mild. In the coastal city of Sochi, October brings temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 18°C (64.4°F). Despite the cooler weather, the region still offers ample opportunities for outdoor exploration.

In terms of daylight, the northern regions observe further decrease in daylight hours, with the nights growing significantly longer. The effect is less pronounced in the southern parts, but the trend of shortening days is noticeable throughout the country.

Regarding precipitation, October sees the continuation of rainfall, with increased frequency in the western parts of the country. The first snowfall of the season is also likely in the colder northern and central regions, setting the stage for the upcoming winter.

Transitioning into November, the temperatures across Russia continue to drop, with an increasing chance of snowfall in the north and central parts. The landscape transforms further as autumn gives way to the early signs of the harsh Russian winter.

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• Moscow - October »
  In Moscow, in October, during 12 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In October, in Moscow, snow falls for 2 days.
• Saint Petersburg - October »
  In Saint Petersburg, during October, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In October, in Saint Petersburg the rain falls for 20 days.
• Novosibirsk - October »
  On the first day of October in Novosibirsk, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:04. In Novosibirsk in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.
• Yekaterinburg - October »
  In Yekaterinburg during October, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Yekaterinburg, during October, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
• Kazan - October »
  In Kazan during October, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. In Kazan, during October, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.
• Nizhny Novgorod - October »
  In Nizhny Novgorod, in October, during 5.4 snowfall days, 39mm (1.54") of snow is typically accumulated. In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Samara - October »
  In Samara, Russia, during October, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of snow. In Samara, during October, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of snow.
• Omsk - October »
  In Omsk in October, during 6.1 snowfall days, 41mm (1.61") of snow is typically accumulated. In Omsk, in October, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 41mm (1.61") of snow.
• Rostov-on-Don - October »
  The month with the least rainfall in Rostov-on-Don is October, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Rostov-on-Don during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
• Ufa - October »
  In Ufa in October, during 17 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:52.
• Krasnoyarsk - October »
  In Krasnoyarsk during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In Krasnoyarsk, in October, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 136mm (5.35") of snow.