Snowfall and temperature drop predicted for Uzbekistan

On January 22, wet and cold air masses are expected to enter Uzbekistan from the Volga River, bringing widespread precipitation across the country. Uzhydromet reported that rain will turn into snow, affecting most of the republic.  

However, the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the Khorezm region will not experience precipitation. The air temperature is expected to remain between 0-5 degrees Celsius both at night and during the day.  

On January 23, snow is anticipated in the central and eastern regions during the first half of the day. Temperatures will drop to between -2 and -7 degrees Celsius at night, with daytime temperatures ranging from 2 degrees Celsius below freezing to 3 degrees Celsius above freezing. In the northern regions, temperatures may range from -8 to -13 degrees Celsius at night and 0-5 degrees Celsius during the day.  

By January 24, no precipitation is expected, but temperatures will remain cold. At night, the air temperature will range from -2 to -7 degrees Celsius, and during the day, it will be 2-7 degrees Celsius above freezing. In northern regions, temperatures will range from -8 to -13 degrees Celsius at night and 2 degrees Celsius below freezing to 3 degrees Celsius during the day.  

Fog is expected to fall throughout the country during the week. Winds will shift from east to west, blowing at speeds of 7-12 m/s. From January 21 to 23, winds may increase to 13-18 m/s in some areas, and from January 21 to 22, wind speeds could rise to 20-23 m/s.  

In Tashkent, precipitation is expected on January 22, with rain turning into snow. Fog may occur at night and in the morning, and wind speeds could reach 12-14 m/s. The temperature will range from 1-3 degrees Celsius warmer at night and during the day. On January 23, snow is likely at night and in the morning, with temperatures ranging from -4 to -6 degrees Celsius at night and -1 to 1 degree Celsius during the day.