The key facts

  • The yellow danger level in Moscow is in effect until 9:00 on November 8
  • The same regime has been introduced in the Bryansk, Belgorod, Ivanovo, Tambov, and Yaroslavl regions
  • “Black ice” was expected — an invisible ice crust 3–5 mm thick at temperatures down to −3°C

Warning about icy roads and wind

A yellow level of weather danger has been declared in Moscow due to icy roads and strong winds — this information has been posted on the Hydrometeorological Center's website. According to the Hydrometeorological Center, overnight into Sunday and in the morning, icy patches and hoarfrost may appear in places on the roads; the elevated danger level is in effect until 9:00 on November 8. The same regime due to icy roads has been introduced in the Bryansk, Belgorod, Ivanovo, Tambov, and Yaroslavl regions.

“Black ice” and recommendations

The day before, forecasters warned that overnight into Sunday, “black ice” is expected in the Moscow region “black ice” is forecast: the temperature in Moscow and the Moscow region is expected to drop to −3°C, and moisture freezing on the roadway and sidewalks will form an invisible ice crust 3–5 mm thick. Drivers were advised to install winter tires in advance, and pedestrians — to be careful on slippery surfaces. On November 8 during the day, the temperature is expected to be around zero: a warming trend amid persistently unstable weather.