Extreme cold weather may hit Uzbekistan next week

On January 9, a cold air mass formed in the northern regions of the European part of Russia is expected to enter the territory of Uzbekistan.

Photo: Kun.uz

According to Uzhydromet, almost all regions of the republic might experience rain and snow on January 9-11.

On January 9-10, the wind may increase to 15-20 m/s in some places.

Anomalous cold weather is expected in the republic on January 10-15. Air temperature may drop to -17 degrees at night and -8 degrees during the day; in the northern regions, it falls to -22 degrees at night. In some places in Ustyurt and desert regions, -27 degrees might be recorded. The Fergana Valley is expected to experience air temperatures of -5, -10 degrees at night and -2, -5 degrees during the day.

The roads could be slippery in some places.