As April comes to a close, residents of Kyiv and surrounding areas are bracing for a cold snap, with temperatures expected to drop significantly at night. On April 30, the capital will experience chilly weather accompanied by light rain, according to forecasts from local meteorological services.
During the night, temperatures are predicted to fall to between +2°C and +3°C, while daytime highs will not exceed +10°C. This period marks one of the last instances of cold weather before a gradual warming trend begins in May.
In Kyiv, conditions will include light cloud cover and occasional rain. The atmospheric pressure is projected to be between 753 and 754 mm of mercury, with wind speeds ranging from 5 to 10 meters per second.
Frost is anticipated overnight, with ground temperatures potentially dipping to -2°C in the city and -3°C in the surrounding region. As a result, authorities have issued a warning of heightened risk for April 30, as well as for May 1 and 2.
In other parts of Ukraine, similar weather patterns are expected. For instance, Lviv will see variable cloudiness with nighttime temperatures around -1°C and daytime highs reaching +12°C. Other cities, including Lutsk, Rivne, and Ternopil, will experience comparable conditions.
In the western city of Uzhhorod, temperatures will range from -1°C at night to +14°C during the day, while Chernihiv and Poltava will also experience variable cloudiness with temperatures hovering around -1°C to +13°C. The southern city of Odesa will have milder conditions with nighttime temperatures of +3°C and daytime highs of +15°C.
Overall, the weather forecast indicates a mix of cloudy skies and occasional light rain across various regions, with nighttime temperatures remaining low. The anticipated cold snap serves as a reminder of the variability of spring weather in Ukraine.
Ukrainians are preparing for a cold spell as temperatures are expected to drop significantly in Kyiv and other cities, with frost warnings issued. The weather forecast indicates light rain and chilly conditions, marking a transition before warmer temperatures arrive in May.