Moscow in Heatwave Hell: 34.6°C Smashes Century-Old Record from 1903!
Imagine Moscow, a city famous for its cold winters and mild summers, now trapped in a scorching heatwave! On July 12, 2023, thermometers hit a staggering 34.6 degrees Celsius, breaking a record that stood for 120 years! Yes, you read that right — the previous record from 1903 of 34.5 degrees was beaten by 0.1 degree.
What’s going on with the climate?
Roman Vilfand, the scientific director of the Russian Hydrometeorological Center, confirmed the temperature peaked at 3 PM local time. This extreme heatwave isn’t just a number — it’s a wake-up call for the whole world. Moscow, a city known for its cold and moderate temperatures for centuries, is now facing climate changes threatening to rewrite everything we know about its seasons.
How are people coping with the heat?
Residents and tourists in Moscow are seeking refuge in the shade, fountains, and cooling devices scattered across the city. Red Square, usually a place for strolling and enjoying, has turned into a zone where people desperately try to cool down. Authorities have urged citizens, especially those with chronic illnesses, to avoid prolonged sun exposure because this heatwave is seriously dangerous.
Will it get worse?
Vilfand announced that temperatures are expected to gradually drop in the coming days, but new records are not off the table. So don’t relax just yet — this might be just the start of a new era of extreme weather conditions in Moscow.
A weird twist: the coldest June 30 ever!
To make things even stranger, just days before this hellish heatwave, Moscow recorded the coldest June 30 in history — only 12.6 degrees! Talk about climate stability…
Bottom line: Climate change is no joke!
This new temperature record in Moscow isn’t just local news — it’s a global wake-up call. As the world faces more frequent and intense heatwaves, the question is how ready we are for the consequences. Will Moscow become a new sunbather’s paradise or a hell for those who can’t handle the heat?
If you thought heatwaves were only for deserts and tropics, Moscow is telling a different story. What do you think — coincidence or a sign the planet is seriously changing? Drop your thoughts, share your opinions, or just laugh at this climate madness. Who knows, maybe the next record will be even crazier!
Sources:
- Roman Vilfand, Director of the Russian Hydrometeorological Center
- Reports from Moscow meteorological stations and local media
Enjoy the shade while you can! 😉
