Cyclone to Bring Severe Winter Weather to Ukraine on February 18.

Weather Forecast for Ukraine on February 18

According to TSN.ua: A powerful cyclone is set to sweep across Ukraine on February 18, bringing a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. This system will trigger significant precipitation and a notable temperature drop, with moderate snow and rain expected across southern, eastern, and most central regions. The heaviest precipitation is forecast for the Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kirovohrad, and Poltava oblasts.

Air temperatures across Ukraine will range from -3°C to +2°C. The far west of the country, under a high-pressure system, is the only area expected to remain dry. A fresh layer of black ice is likely to form on roads nationwide, except in the southeast, creating hazardous travel conditions. Daytime highs in most regions are predicted to be between -5°C and -10°C.

Temperature Readings and Predictions

In the north, temperatures will range from 0°C to -5°C. In Kyiv, daytime temperatures are forecast at -8°C to -10°C, while the surrounding Kyiv Oblast will see -5°C to -10°C. The cyclone is also ushering in an Arctic airmass, bringing the threat of anomalous frosts as low as -17°C, along with snowfalls and freezing rain. This has prompted authorities to issue a first-level danger alert for most oblasts. Daytime temperatures will vary from -2°C to -7°C across Ukraine, though in Zakarpattia and southern oblasts, they may reach up to +3°C and +10°C.

Kyiv can expect overcast skies with snow and patches of black ice. Winds will be northeasterly at 7-12 m/s.

The incoming severe weather poses a serious risk to transportation infrastructure, particularly in areas bracing for heavy precipitation and ice. This is a significant winter storm for the region, following a period of relatively mild conditions. Drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution and account for the dangerous road conditions. The declared danger level indicates a heightened risk of emergencies, so rescue services are on standby to respond to potential incidents. Officials emphasize the need for public safety during the intense cold and snowfall, especially for vulnerable populations.