Moscow is set to experience hot and humid weather this weekend, with temperatures reaching up to 29°C, which is five degrees above the climatic norm for early June. The conditions may include brief showers and thunderstorms.

The weather pattern is attributed to the atmospheric fronts of an Atlantic cyclone, potentially causing precipitation at any time. While rain is expected, it will likely be heavy and short-lived, not significantly alleviating the heat.

Rain is forecasted for Saturday morning, with the possibility of showers throughout Sunday. Thunderstorms are also possible, particularly on Friday night in certain areas of the Moscow region, with potential wind gusts up to 17 m/s.

Due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity, the elderly are particularly vulnerable to “weather hypoxia,” a feeling of oxygen deficiency. People are advised to exercise caution near bodies of water and power lines during thunderstorms.