A sudden downpour surprised residents of Novosibirsk on the afternoon of August 1st, catching many off guard. The weather shifted dramatically, as there was no indication of rain earlier in the day.

The city center experienced the brunt of the heavy rainfall.

According to forecasts, the rain is expected to be short-lived. The weather is predicted to clear by 5:00 PM, transitioning to cloudy conditions without precipitation. The sun may even emerge by 8:00 PM.

The forecast for the first weekend of August indicates that outdoor picnics are unlikely due to the weather conditions.