Ukraine Issues Yellow Weather Alert for January 28 Due to Icing and Fog.

Weather Forecast for Ukraine on January 28

According to TSN.ua: A yellow-level weather danger alert is in effect for Ukraine on January 28, indicating hazardous conditions are possible. The day will be cloudy and unsettled, with wet snow and rain expected across most of the country.

Nighttime air temperatures will range from 1 to 6 degrees below zero Celsius, with localized drops to -9°C possible in eastern regions. Daytime highs will be between -2°C and +3°C for most of Ukraine. In the south, overnight lows will vary from -1°C to +4°C, rising to +3°C...+8°C during the day. In Crimea, daytime temperatures will reach +7°C...+12°C. Winds will be predominantly southerly at 5–10 m/s.

Hazardous Weather Conditions

Fog with visibility of 200-500 meters is forecast for western regions. In most central, northern areas, and the Kharkiv region, the following are predicted:

• Icing (glaze ice);
• Icy roads, except in the south and the Transcarpathian region.

Fog is expected in western regions; icing is forecast for most central, northern areas, and the Kharkiv region. Roads will be icy except in the south and Transcarpathia.

Furthermore, meteorologists warn of a potential return of severe frost from February 1 to 5, especially in western, northern, and central oblasts where nighttime temperatures could drop to -20°C. In other regions, lows of -13°C…-18°C are possible. Natalia Holenia noted that significant temperature drops are likely during clear periods.

These conditions necessitate heightened caution, particularly on roads affected by ice and fog. Given the forecast for a sharp temperature drop in early February, it is important to consider potential health and safety risks and adjust plans accordingly. Such weather can significantly disrupt transport infrastructure and daily life. Yellow alerts are the lowest of three danger levels, but still call for public awareness and preparedness.