Moscow Weather in August

August weather

Moscow in August feels like a mild, changeable summer. Days reach about 22°C, while evenings cool to around 13°C. Rain falls on 13 days, and the air can feel humid, so a sunny afternoon may turn showery.

It's still a good month for long walks around Red Square, Gorky Park and the river embankments. You'll get plenty of daylight, and outdoor cafés are pleasant between showers. Save a flexible indoor option, such as the Tretyakov Gallery, for wet spells. August is wetter than September, but drier than July.

Events and city life

Russia's Flag Day falls on August 22. Moscow marks it with flag displays and public events, though the programme changes each year. August 2 is Airborne Forces Day; celebrations can draw crowds, especially around central parks. If you'd rather avoid the noise, choose a museum or a quieter walk that day.

If you hate crowds, August can be easier than July: many Muscovites leave for their dachas, or country homes. Summer visitors still fill popular sights, and prices can remain high in central hotels. The city feels less busy than during major holiday periods, but don't expect an empty Red Square.

Make the most of it

Travelling with kids? Gorky Park has room to run around, plus paths for an easy riverside stroll. Keep the plan loose when rain threatens, and use the Metro to hop between sights without getting soaked.

For a local stop, head to VDNKh, the vast exhibition park in northern Moscow. Its pavilions and fountains make a full day, and you can duck indoors when a shower passes. Try a bowl of okroshka, a chilled summer soup, at a café nearby.