A sharp and dramatic shift in weather conditions is anticipated across Uzbekistan in the coming days, driven by the aggressive intrusion of cold and humid air masses originating from northern regions. Meteorological authorities claim this abrupt transition will bring widespread precipitation, gusty winds, and a steep drop in temperatures that could strain local infrastructure.
Key Takeaways: According to Uzhydromet, the cold snap is projected to hit northern districts starting November 9, before engulfing the rest of the country between November 10 and 12. Nighttime temperatures are expected to plunge as low as minus 7 degrees Celsius in desert zones, accompanied by heavy rain and subsequent snowfall.
Official forecasts indicate that widespread rainfall will sweep across the republic from November 9 to 11, with heavy downpours expected in localized areas. Furthermore, precipitation is anticipated to transition into wet snow on November 10 and 11 in northern and mountainous terrains. Authorities also warn of intensifying winds reaching speeds of 13 to 18 meters per second in isolated zones.
The downward temperature trend will initiate in the north on November 9, gradually spreading to the remaining regions between November 10 and 12. Desert and northern zones will experience overnight lows dropping between 2 and 7 degrees Celsius below freezing, while daytime highs will struggle to reach 3 to 8 degrees Celsius.
Across the remainder of Uzbekistan, nighttime temperatures are predicted to hover between 0 and 5 degrees Celsius above zero, with localized frost potentially dipping to 1 to 2 degrees below freezing. Daytime temperatures will peak at a modest 7 to 12 degrees Celsius, marking a definitive end to the autumn warmth and presenting early challenges for the population.
Source: podrobno.uz