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Snow, ice, and gusts: what weather awaits Ukrainians this weekend

Сніг, заморозки та пориви вітру: які умови очікують українців наприкінці тижня. Photo: ХВИЛЯ

Weather situation in Ukraine for the weekend of December 27-28

The weather situation in Ukraine for the weekend of December 27-28 predicts snowfall, icy conditions, and gusty winds. It is expected that difficult weather conditions will prevail in Ukraine during these days, caused by the influence of northern air masses from Scandinavia.

Snow and icy conditions are forecasted in most regions. The most intense precipitation is expected on the night of December 28 in the northeastern part of Ukraine. The wind will be coming from the northwest, with speeds of 7-12 m/s, while in the Right Bank and western regions, the speed may reach 15-20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will fluctuate from 0 to 7 degrees below zero, while daytime temperatures will drop to 5 degrees below zero, but may rise to 2 degrees above zero.

Forecast for Kyiv Region

In the Kyiv Region, it will be cloudy on December 27, with a slight chance of snow at night, and no precipitation is expected during the day. The air temperature in Kyiv will range from 0 to 2 degrees below zero. According to forecasts, the weather will remain 'mild winter' until December 31 with occasional snow.

It is worth noting that the coldest New Year's Eve in Kyiv was recorded in 2015, when the temperature dropped to 11 degrees below zero. The snowiest New Year's Eve in Kyiv was in 2018, when 17 cm of snow fell.

The difficult weather conditions predicted for this weekend may affect transportation and daily life. Icy roads and strong winds may lead to complications on the roads, so drivers should exercise caution. It is also important to pay attention to the meteorologists' recommendations regarding clothing and preparation for cold temperatures, especially on the night of December 31, when New Year's celebrations may be accompanied by low temperatures.