Spring is cold: Frosts will return to Moscow by the end of the week
Moscow is waiting for the return of cold weather by the end of the week, meteorologists said. During the day, the temperature will not exceed eight degrees, and even frosts are possible at night. Rain and sleet are also expected over the weekend. Before the coming cold wave, the air in the capital may warm up to 25-27 degrees. Such weather changes can negatively affect well-being, doctors warned. About those who are at risk and how to prepare for a change in the weather — in the Izvestia article.
How long will the heat last in Moscow
The July weather in the capital region will be replaced by real April weather by the end of the week, meteorologists told Izvestia.
On Tuesday, April 22, the temperature in Moscow repeated the daily record of 1995, said Mikhail Leus, a leading specialist at the Phobos weather Center. The air warmed up to 23.3 degrees.
Abnormally hot weather is expected in Moscow from April 23 to April 24, 2025, the Moscow Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations warned. The average daily air temperature will be above the climatic norm by 7 degrees or more.
Rescuers urged residents and guests of the capital to be careful and attentive, avoid overheating in the sun, use light-colored clothing and a hat, and drink more water. And also follow the rules of fire safety and avoid handling an open fire.
The daytime air temperature is now reaching values typical for July, said Tatiana Pozdnyakova, a leading specialist at the Meteonosti news agency. On Wednesday, April 23, according to her, 25-27 degrees Celsius is expected in Moscow.
— But the weather pattern will change. There will be rains of varying intensity on Thursday and Friday, and the air temperature will gradually decrease," she said.
On weekends, the air temperature at night will be near zero, even mild frosts are possible. Wet snow may fall on Sunday, April 27. However, according to Tatiana Pozdnyakova, this does not mean that snow will fall on the surface of the earth.
— Daytime temperature will be 3-8 degrees. According to the temperature regime, it will be more consistent with the beginning of April," the meteorologist emphasized. — This month we jumped from spring to winter, then from spring to summer, and now we will return to the beginning of April.
The cool weather will last 5-7 days, she added. However, there is hope that the temperature will start to rise by the May holidays.
"We don't have to wait for summer heat for the May holidays, but in any case, the temperature background will be more comfortable than during the upcoming weekend," she noted.
With a probability of about 90%, the air temperature in May will be 1-1.5 degrees above normal, Tatiana Pozdnyakova added. More than 20% of the monthly precipitation may fall in the first week of the month.
How to prepare for a change in the weather
During the period of temperature fluctuations, some people may feel general malaise, fatigue, pain in the head, muscles and joints, doctors interviewed by Izvestia recalled. There may be problems with sleep and mood changes, said Polina Litvinenko, head of one of the Russian Railways Medicine clinics.
According to her, patients with cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation, as well as those who have suffered a myocardial infarction and stroke are at risk.
"There may be a worsening of the course of these diseases in the form of spikes in blood pressure, increased heart pain, and an increase in the frequency of heart rhythm disturbances," the doctor noted.
During this period of fluctuating air temperature, the number of hypertensive crises, angina pectoris, arrhythmias, heart attacks and strokes increases, confirmed Olga Shuppo, founder and scientific director of the Grand Clinic network of immunorehabilitation, adaptive and preventive medicine clinics. People with weakened bodies and immune systems, chronic diseases, and the elderly are also at risk.
— In addition, patients with lung diseases such as bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, as well as with joint pathology can feel the change in the weather, — added Polina Litvinenko.
Often, with a sudden change in weather conditions, the number of visits to polyclinics and hospital admissions increases, she noted.
Sudden changes in pressure and temperature can trigger a migraine attack or worsen the course of a chronic headache, lead to an exacerbation of chronic infectious and inflammatory diseases, such as herpes virus infections, tonsillitis, sinusitis, added Ekaterina Demyanovskaya, an expert at the Hemotest laboratory, a neurologist.
"It is advisable for patients with migraines or chronic respiratory diseases to consult a doctor in advance: he may recommend preventive treatment or adjustment of current therapy during unstable weather," she stressed.
In order to protect herself from deterioration of well-being against the background of rapid changes in weather and climatic conditions, Polina Litvinenko recommended observing the work and rest regime.
— You should not give extra loads and try to set new records at work and in physical activity. Take care of your body. Getting enough sleep will help replenish your strength," she said.
Walking in the fresh air can help you to transfer weather changes more easily. Also, according to the doctor, it is important to eat right.
— Eat more vegetables and fruits, freshly squeezed juices, limit the consumption of simple carbohydrates, such as confectionery, and fatty foods, — she recommended.
It is recommended to choose clothes according to the weather and give preference to multi-layered options to regulate body heat. In hot weather, you should choose fabrics made of breathable materials, such as linen, cotton, and in cold weather, wear thermal underwear, advised Timofey Tkachev, a general practitioner at the Sberbank Health medical company.
Do not skip the scheduled medication that was previously prescribed by the doctor.
— During this period, you need a healthy sleep, minimum dosages of vitamin C as a factor supporting the adrenal glands, — Olga Shuppo advised.
If you feel unwell, you should immediately contact your doctor, he will be able to adjust the treatment and alleviate the symptoms, the doctors reminded. If your health regularly worsens due to changes in the weather, you should also contact specialists.
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