The Moscow region is bidding farewell to its “old” Indian summer. The Hydrometeorological Center has issued a warning about an upcoming shift in weather patterns: after a dry and relatively warm Saturday, rain is expected to begin on Sunday and continue until the middle of next week.
Over the weekend, Moscow and its surrounding areas will experience cloudy skies with occasional clearings, and daytime temperatures will reach +12-14 degrees Celsius. Saturday is forecast to be overcast but without precipitation. However, the new work week will commence with rainfall.
“High pressure is receding, with a cyclone gradually moving east-southeast. Another cyclone is slowly emerging from the south, specifically from the direction of Greece, passing through Rostov. Therefore, Saturday will generally offer pleasant weather, much like today, but with more cloudiness and warmth. The night will be warm at +4-7 degrees, and the day will be warm at +12-14 degrees, and mostly dry.
An atmospheric front will pass from Saturday night into Sunday, bringing increased cloudiness. Consequently, Sunday will be cloudy, possibly with brief clearings, and light rain. This light rain will persist through Sunday night and day, Monday, Tuesday, and practically until the middle of next week, resulting in predominantly overcast weather with little sunshine. There will be minor clear spells and small rain showers.
No frosts are anticipated: overnight temperatures will remain around +4-7 degrees, and daytime temperatures +12-14 degrees, bringing us back to seasonal norms. After being below normal for perhaps two or three days, temperatures are now aligning with the norm.”
Overall, October is expected to be warmer than usual, with temperatures exceeding the climatic norm by 1-1.5 degrees.
Rupert Blackwood 
Clement Ashworth