Snowdrifts in Moscow reach record depth of 80 cm in February 2026

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Snowdrifts in Moscow have reached a record height of 80 centimeters, breaking a 60-year-old record. This unusually high snow accumulation affects daily life and city services in Moscow and the surrounding region. Meteorologists reported that the snowdrift heights nearly double the climate norm for the area.

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•The snowdrift height of 80 centimeters was recorded at the Moscow State University weather station.
•This measurement breaks the previous record that stood for 60 years.
•Snowdrift heights in various locations of Moscow and the Moscow region were reported by meteorologists on February 20 and 21, 2026.
•The snow cover height is nearly twice the usual climate norm for Moscow.
•The record was confirmed after 72 years of weather observations at the MSU station.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the snowdrifts continue to grow beyond 80 centimeters Moscow city services may face increased challenges in snow removal and transportation, affecting residents and businesses.

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RUKommersant (RU)В Москве побит 60-летний рекорд по высоте сугробов RURIA Novosti (RU)Синоптик рассказал о высоте сугробов в разных точках Москвы и Подмосковья RURBC (RU)В Москве поставлен новый рекорд высоты сугробов RURIA Novosti (RU)В Москве высота сугробов почти в два раза превысила климатическую норму