Weather Wrap-up for Ukraine: May 2-4
The Scoop
Forecast reveals potential frost on Friday in certain areas, followed by rain over the weekend.
Ukraine's weather for the upcoming days is forecast to fluctuate from moderately warm to chilly, with rain and storms on the horizon.
Temperature and Rain
- Daytime Heat: Expect daytime highs to hover between 15°C to 24°C, with the south and east experiencing warmer temps towards the upper end of the range[1].
- Cold Nights: Nighttime lows on May 2 could drop as low as 1°C to 6°C in the north, west, and central regions, with slightly warmer nights elsewhere[1].
- Precipitation: The north, west, and center will see rain and thunderstorms[1]. However, Crimea and the east may experience some light rain at night and Kyiv could have a chance of light rain during the day.
Regional Breakdown
Kyiv
- Temperature: Daytime temps will range from 16°C to 18°C, with a nice breeze[1].
- Raincheck: There's a possibility of light rain or cloud cover in the city[1].
South and East
- Warmth: These regions will see daytime temperatures climb to a toasty 20-24°C[1].
North and West
- Cooler Climes: These areas will see lower daytime highs and frost, particularly as the weekend approaches[1][4].
What's Next?
Following an initial warm spell, a colder period with potential ground and nighttime frost is on the horizon[4].
Agricultural Implications
A prolonged drought may negatively impact the wheat harvest, potentially reducing predictions for the 2025/26 season[3].
At a Glance
| Location | Daytime Temp. | Nighttime Temp. | Precipitation ||-------------|---------------|-----------------|--------------|| Kyiv | 16-18°C | 5-10°C | Light Rain || South/East | 20-24°C | 5-10°C | Minimal || North/West | 15-20°C | 1-6°C | Light Rain |
- The forecast for Ukraine predicts light rain in Kyiv, and the north, west, and center regions will experience rain and thunderstorms.
- During the night of May 2, the northern, western, and central regions could experience cooler temperatures, dropping as low as 1°C to 6°C.
- Southeastern regions such as Crimea and the east may only experience light rain at night, while Kyiv has a chance of light rain during the day.
- Following a warm period, weather-forecasting indicates a potential colder spell with ground and nighttime frost approaching.
