Tomorrow, 19 May, thunderstorms are expected in most regions of Ukraine, with hail and strong winds in some places. According to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre, only the western regions will be affected by the weather, with temperatures ranging from +18 to +29 degrees depending on the region.
Weather forecast for 19 May: thunderstorms and squalls
According to Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre, According to the National Weather Service, tomorrow, 19 May, most regions of Ukraine will be affected by unstable weather. Thunderstorms are expected, and hail and wind gusts of 15-20 m/s are possible in some areas of the central and southern regions. The western part of the country will be left out of this wave of bad weather, creating a sharp contrast in weather conditions between the regions.
For more information on which areas will be affected by the disaster, please see the information provided by Ukrgidrometcentre. At the same time, Vinnytsia region will also avoid the worst of the weather, which is an exception among the central regions.
Temperature indicators by region
At night, in most regions, thermometers will show +11...+16°. During the day, temperatures will reach +21...+26°, which is typical for mid-May. In the west of the country, it will be cooler: during the day, forecasters predict +18...+23°.
In contrast, significant warming is expected in the east and north-east of Ukraine. In some places, the temperature will rise to +29°, which is significantly higher than the daily average for this time of year.
Which areas are under threat from bad weather
According to the forecast, thunderstorms will cover almost the entire territory of the country, except for the western regions. Residents of the central and southern regions should be especially careful, where not only thunderstorms but also hail with wind gusts of up to 15-20 m/s are possible. According to weather forecasters, the Vinnytsia region will be spared from the main effects of the weather.
Such weather conditions could lead to transport difficulties, power line failures and damage to crops. Residents of these regions should be prepared for sudden weather changes and follow the recommendations of rescuers.
Why it matters
Deteriorating weather conditions in May could affect the livelihoods of many citizens, especially in rural areas and along transport routes. Thunderstorms, hail and wind gusts pose risks to crops, infrastructure and public safety.
Operational information from the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre allows us to prepare for adverse weather events in advance. Timely warnings help to minimise possible damage and protect citizens from danger.
Forecasters urge you to follow the forecast updates and take into account weather conditions when planning trips and working outdoors.
