Bad weather again: forecast for August 2025 published
August is approaching — the last month of summer. Traditionally, the heat weakens during this period, and the thermometer columns stop going off scale. According to preliminary forecasts of weather forecasters, it will be hot in the south of Russia in August, but in the European part of the country it will become a little cooler. Experts note that the forecast will vary depending on specific weather conditions and atmospheric processes. For more information about the weather in the last month of summer— see the Izvestia article.
Weather for the month of August 2025 in Moscow
Warm weather with variable clouds and intermittent precipitation is expected in Moscow in August. It is suitable for walking and outdoor activities, while sudden changes in temperature and pressure are not expected.
Meteorologists predict mostly cloudy, but relatively warm weather. Daytime temperatures will range from about +17... +27 degrees, at night — up to +15. In early August, it will be up to +27 degrees in Moscow during the day, and by the end of the month the heat will decrease, and the daytime temperature will be about +20 degrees.
At the same time, short-term rains and slight clouds are possible. In addition, the humidity will be moderate, and the wind will be light, mainly from the north and northwest.
What will the weather be like in August in St. Petersburg
The end of August in St. Petersburg is expected to be typically cool and cloudy, with occasional light rains. The air temperature will be comfortable: during the day about +18... +20 degrees, maximum — +25, and at night — about 13-15 degrees Celsius. Mostly cloudy weather is expected in St. Petersburg during the month.
Precipitation in August is forecast to be moderate, with occasional heavy rains, and atmospheric pressure stable, about 759-761 mmHg. The wind is light, with a speed of about 3 m/s. The air humidity will remain at about 75-80%, which will create comfortable living and recreation conditions.
Weather anomalies and natural disasters
At the same time, forecasters in Russia as a whole expect significant weather deviations from the norm and natural disasters in August 2025. There will be abnormal heat in some places, local showers, thunderstorms and squally winds.
In the south of Russia and in the European part of the country, heat is expected with temperatures up to +40 degrees, which will create a high burden on human health and the ecosystem. The hot period will be followed by heavy rains, thunderstorms and wind squalls, which can lead to flooding and local flooding.
The Far East will face prolonged torrential rains lasting several weeks. This creates a high risk of large-scale floods, landslides in mountainous areas, disruptions in transport and public services, especially in coastal and mountainous settlements.
Weather conditions will be different in Siberia and the Urals. Thus, the western regions will receive moderate precipitation, favorable for agriculture, while the eastern regions will face sudden temperature fluctuations and local extreme events.
Meteorologists warn of the possibility of sudden temperature fluctuations — during the day it can vary from +14 to +29 degrees — as well as gusty winds, up to 20-25 m/s. Such fluctuations create an increased burden on the infrastructure and health of weather-sensitive people.
What useful berries, nuts, and herbs are harvested in August in Russia
In August, Russia begins an active harvest period in vegetable gardens, orchards and forests. At this time, they stock up on a variety of vegetables, fruits, berries, nuts and medicinal herbs. They are rich in vitamins and useful substances, and therefore help to strengthen health and maintain strength for the whole year.
Among the berries in August, you can still pick blueberries, which strengthen eyesight and immunity, gooseberries, rich in vitamin C and improving metabolism, raspberries, useful for colds and blood vessels, as well as lingonberries, which are valued for their antibacterial properties. Blueberries and blackberries are also popular: they are rich in antioxidants and support the health of the heart and blood vessels.
By the end of the month, sea buckthorn and cranberries ripen, which strengthen the immune system and promote the health of the urinary system. Also available in August are cherries, currants and watermelon, which have anti-inflammatory properties and are rich in vitamins.
August is the traditional time for collecting nuts, especially for the feast of the Nut Savior on August 29. Russians especially appreciate walnuts, which contain omega-3 and B vitamins that strengthen the brain and heart. Hazelnuts and hazelnuts are rich in magnesium and vitamins, beneficial for the nervous system and blood vessels. Pine nuts are a source of protein and vitamins E and K, while almonds, pistachios, and cashews support heart health and contain antioxidants.
Also in August, the collection of medicinal herbs continues, which are widely used for making infusions and teas. In addition to harvesting, plant care continues in August: carrots and beets are fertilized, crops are thinned, cabbage is fed, unnecessary pumpkin whips are removed, shrubs are treated and trees are pruned. You can also plant greens — salads, dill, parsley — and prepare the cellar for storage by disinfecting it. August is also considered a good time to sow a new lawn.
Popular weather signs for August
Folk weather signs for August in Russia are closely related to observations of nature and animal behavior. All this has helped predict future climatic conditions and possible harvests for centuries.
Traditional signs say that if it's hot during the day in August and cold at night, the weather will stay warm for a long time. They also pay attention to the sky: it is believed that if the clouds are sparse, then this leads to clear and chilly weather in early autumn, and if the clouds are streaked, then the rainy season is coming.
Cobwebs on plants are considered a sign of dry weather, and if the oats turn green for the second time, it portends a rainy autumn. A rich harvest of acorns from the oak is traditionally associated with a good grain harvest.
Animal behavior also serves as a kind of weather indicator: swallows and swifts flying low portend thunderstorms, sparrows hiding under the roof — bad weather, and frogs croaking on the surface of the water - rain. Spiders weaving webs promise sunny weather, and the chirping of grasshoppers promises dry and clear weather.
The calendar dates of August are of particular importance in folk signs.
Atmospheric pressure in August: forecast for weather-sensitive
Despite possible regional disasters, August 2025 in Russia promises relatively stable atmospheric pressure and moderately hot weather, which will create comfortable conditions for most people, including those who are sensitive to pressure fluctuations. Nevertheless, experts urge to monitor more accurate daily forecasts, maintain water balance and avoid excessive loads during periods of possible precipitation or increased humidity.
In Moscow, the average atmospheric pressure in August is forecast at 744-748 mmHg, with small daily fluctuations in the range of 744-745 mmHg. This stability reduces the risk of deterioration in weather-sensitive people.
In St. Petersburg and other regions, pressure and temperature will also be within the long-term average values, without sudden jumps.
In the southern regions, for example, in the Krasnodar Territory, the pressure may be slightly higher (about 757-758 mmHg).
Weather forecast for August by regions of Russia
In the regions of Russia, the first weeks of August will be relatively calm and warm, but cyclonic activity will increase towards the end of the month.
According to the forecast of the Hydrometeorological Center of the Russian Federation, the average monthly temperature above normal is most likely in the northeast of the Ural Federal District, in the northern part of the Siberian Federal District, in the northwest of the Krasnoyarsk Territory, in the south of the Irkutsk Region, in the west of Yakutia, in Altai and Tuva, as well as in Kamchatka.
Compared to August 2024, there will be less precipitation in the south of the Volga Federal District, more in the north of the Northwestern and Ural Federal Districts, as well as in Taimyr, the Hydrometeorological Center noted.
As for the territory of Central Russia, the first cold snap is expected in mid-August. These days, the thermometer will not rise above +15... +17 degrees. On the 20th of the month, an even more pronounced cold wave will follow.
Weather in August 2025 Krasnodar Territory and Crimea
August 2025 in the Krasnodar Territory and Crimea is ideal for beach holidays, but requires caution for people with weather sensitivity and chronic diseases. Forecasters predict warm and sunny weather with minimal precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry during the day and from +31 to +36 degrees, and at night — from +21 to +25 degrees Celsius.
The heat in early August will be felt especially strongly, so doctors recommend that people with cardiovascular diseases avoid prolonged exposure to the street during the daytime.
The water temperature in Sochi will range from +24 to +27 degrees, in Yalta the sea will be slightly cooler, +24... +27 degrees, and in Anapa it will warm up to +26 degrees.
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