Snow finally fell in Kyiv: how children spend their winter holidays

Snow in Kyiv at the beginning of 2026

According to Главком: Snow finally fell in Kyiv in early January 2026, coinciding with winter school holidays. This created favorable conditions for children who actively use the snow-covered slopes for entertainment. Children are sledding, enjoying winter fun and the genuine laughter of children.

Abnormal weather in December 2025

December 2025 was marked by abnormally warm weather. The average monthly temperature for the month was 1.0°C, allowing December to enter the top ten warmest months in Kyiv since observations began. Meteorological winter in the capital began on December 24, 2025, but prior to this time, there was abnormal flowering of plants. On December 22, the streets of Kyiv were adorned with flowers that typically should have been in a state of dormancy.

The warm weather in December meant that children could not enjoy winter games, but the snow that fell in early January changed the situation. Now, little Kyivans can enjoy winter fun, using the snow-covered slopes for sledding and other entertainment. As noted by the publication GLAAVKOM, city children are actively spending time outdoors, rejoicing in the opportunity to play in the snow.

The snowfall at the beginning of January 2026 was an important moment for Kyivans, as it allowed children to finally enjoy winter activities after an abnormally warm December. This indicates a change in weather conditions that may impact the daily lives of the capital's residents, particularly their winter entertainment and active recreation outdoors. At the same time, the situation with flowering plants at the end of December emphasizes the abnormal nature of climate changes that may have long-term consequences for the region's ecosystem.