Weather in Russia for October 2026
Snowfall in Russia during October is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to Russia snow forecast for October 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.So far, October 2026 in Russia shows a warmer trend than usual by 2.2 °C.
The forecast for the coming days of October 2026 predicts a temperature of 10.2 °C , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Russia at the beginning of October is 13.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 6.7 °C by the end of October.
The climate of Russia in October is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 54.9 mm of precipitation.
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Russia Weather October
What’s the Weather Like in Russia This October?
Temperatures trend during October in Russia
October weather in Russia day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct. |  Patchy rain possible | 14° /8° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /8° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Oct. |  Light rain | 12° /6° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Oct. | Light rain | 13° /7° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 1.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 9 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 1.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 10 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /5° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Oct. |  Sunny | 11° /4° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /6° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Oct. | Light rain | 10° /6° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Oct. | Light rain | 9° /5° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Oct. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Oct. |  Overcast | 9° /5° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Oct. | Light rain | 9° /5° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /4° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /5° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Oct. | Sunny | 7° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Oct. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Oct. | Overcast | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Oct. | Sunny | 11° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Oct. | Overcast | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Oct. | Overcast | 10° /6° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Guide for Russia in October
In Russia, October marks the transition from autumn to winter, bringing about significant changes in the weather. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Russia varies across its vast expanse.
In Moscow, the capital city, the early days of October are characterized by cool temperatures and crisp, clear days, with average highs around 12° and lows around 3°. As the month progresses, the temperatures gradually drop, and by the end of October, the weather becomes noticeably colder.
In Moscow, the average high temperatures decrease to around 6°, and the lows drop to around 0°. Additionally, the city experiences a higher chance of rainfall towards the end of the month, with overcast skies becoming more common.
In St. Petersburg, located further north, October sees similar weather patterns. At the beginning of the month, average highs hover around 10°, with lows around 4°. Towards the end of October, temperatures decrease, with average highs dropping to around 5° and lows to around 1°.
The city also experiences an increase in precipitation, with more frequent rainy and overcast days.
Overall, October in Russia sees a noticeable shift towards colder temperatures and increased precipitation as the month progresses.