On January 31, some regions of Ukraine are expected to experience above-zero temperatures, but severe frosts will begin on the same day. In early February, nighttime air temperatures may drop to -20…-28 degrees.
The Sumy Oblast Restoration Service has imposed restrictions on the movement of freight and oversized vehicles starting January 30 due to heavy snow and ice. The restriction applies to roads N-07, N-12, and N-12-1 to prevent accidents and traffic jams.
Former head of Ukrenergo Volodymyr Kudrytskyi stated that systemic problems of Ukrainian energy cannot be solved at the end of winter. According to him, preparations for difficult winter periods should have started several years ago.
Rapid snowmelt has undermined a support of the main gas pipeline in Zakarpattia, threatening to disconnect almost 5,800 subscribers. An operational headquarters has been deployed to prevent an accident, and repair options are being considered.
Due to freezing rain in the central and southern regions of Ukraine, weather conditions are difficult. In Odesa region, a temporary traffic ban is in effect on a section of the M-13 highway.
On January 28-29, Ukraine is expected to experience a thaw and warming up to +3 degrees Celsius, in the south up to +6, and in Crimea up to +14. Precipitation in the form of wet snow and rain is forecast, with ice glaze in some areas.
Kyiv is preparing for the resumption of the educational process next week, the format of education depends on many factors. Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration Valentyn Mondryivskyi stated that offline, online, or mixed formats are possible.
Ten passenger trains of Ukrzaliznytsia are delayed due to weather conditions. Delays reach up to 9 hours, railway workers are working to eliminate the consequences of bad weather.
In Zakarpattia, due to rising temperatures to 5-9°C, ice drift has begun on rivers, which could lead to ice jams. Uzhhorod City Council urges caution near water bodies.
Abnormal weather conditions caused damage to power lines and communication devices, complicating train movement. The situation is most difficult in Odesa region due to continuous ice, but all trains continue to operate.
On January 27, it will be cloudy in Ukraine, with no precipitation in the east, and temperatures of 3-8° below zero. In the rest of the territory, there will be wet snow and rain, black ice, and temperatures of 0-5° below zero.
In Odesa region, educational institutions are recommended to switch to distance learning on January 27 due to a drop in temperature, wet snow, and ice. This applies to all educational institutions, including kindergartens, schools, and universities.
On January 27, most regions of Ukraine are expected to experience difficult weather conditions. Significant black ice and icy roads are forecast, which may complicate traffic and business operations.
On January 26, cloudy weather with light snow is expected in Ukraine, with rain in the south and west. Temperatures will range from -12°C to +9°C.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko reported that the situation in Kyiv remains extremely difficult, with State Emergency Service units working at maximum capacity. Over 90 heating points and additional tents have been deployed in the capital to help people.
On the morning of January 24, a car accident occurred near the village of Perekorintsi, Mohyliv-Podilskyi district. Three passengers of a Renault car died, and three more were injured.
At night, temperatures in the east and northeast of Ukraine are expected to drop to -16 degrees. During Monday, temperatures will rise to 0+5 degrees in the west and south.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko called on local administrations to ensure unhindered passage of special equipment by clearing snow. This is necessary for the State Emergency Service, law enforcement, and utility services.
On Sunday, January 25, most of Ukraine will be cloudy. Moderate snow is expected in the central regions, black ice and wet snow sticking in the west, Odesa and Mykolaiv regions.
On January 25, Ukraine is expected to experience snow, in some places with rain, and black ice on the roads. Level I danger (yellow) has been declared throughout the country.
Frosts will persist in Ukraine for a couple more days, after which a warming trend will begin. On January 23, snow and wet snow are expected in the west, south, north, and center.
On January 22, warming from the Balkans is coming to Ukraine, Ukrhydrometcenter forecasts snowfalls in the southwest. Air temperature will vary by region, black ice on the roads.
This refers, in particular, to changing the very logic of combating attacks by Russian "Shahed"-type drones on Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure.
In Ukraine, a weakening of frosts and precipitation is expected after January 22. An anticyclone from the northeast forms winter cyclones, which affects the weather.
On January 19, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, without precipitation, except for Crimea, where light snow will fall. The daytime temperature will be 8-13° below zero, in the south and southeast 5-10° below zero.
The Patrol Police of Ukraine warns about the danger of icicles forming on roofs. They can break off at any moment, causing serious injuries.
A 70-year-old woman in Kharkiv sustained fatal injuries while tubing. The incident occurred in the Nemyshlianskyi district, and her body was found in the snow.
Ukraine is experiencing frosty weather due to Arctic air and an anticyclone. Forecaster Natalia Ptukha reported that in the coming nights, temperatures in the north of the country are expected to drop to -20 degrees Celsius, and in Khmelnytskyi and Vinnytsia regions, in some places, to -25.
As of the morning of January 17, roads in Ukraine are partially snowy or wet, mostly dry in the southern and eastern regions. All major highways are passable, road workers are on duty.
On the weekend of January 17-18, Ukraine will be covered by arctic air with frosts down to -25° in the north and -13° in the south. The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center warns of black ice on roads throughout the country.
