Odessa Braces for Severe Winter Storm: -20°C Temperatures and 20 m/s Wind Gusts.

Odessa Under Severe Weather Alert for Extreme Cold and High Winds

According to Novyny.live: The Black and Azov Seas Hydrometeorological Center has issued a storm warning for Odessa on February 2nd, forecasting severe frost, icy winds, and dangerous wind chill. Temperatures in the city are expected to drop to -11°C overnight, but the strong wind will make it feel as cold as -17°C. In the morning, the air temperature will remain at -11°C with a northeast wind of up to 8 m/s.

During the day, the temperature in Odessa will rise to -7°C, though the wind chill will make it feel like -12°C. By evening, it will fall again to -8°C, with a perceived temperature of -13°C. Sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:02, providing 9 hours and 43 minutes of daylight. This severe cold snap is part of a larger winter system affecting the wider Black Sea region.

Forecast for the Odessa Region

Across the wider Odessa region, nighttime temperatures will range from -10 to -15°C, with even lower readings of -18 to -20°C expected in the northern parts of the oblast. Daytime temperatures in the region will be between -5 and -10°C, potentially dropping to -13°C in the north. A northeast wind of 9-14 m/s is forecast, with gusts potentially reaching 15-20 m/s overnight and in the morning.

The adverse weather conditions are likely to impact transportation infrastructure and the daily lives of residents in Odessa and the surrounding region.

Authorities are urging citizens to exercise caution, avoid prolonged exposure outdoors, and dress in warm layers. They also recommend checking vehicle readiness for winter conditions and ensuring safety in homes, particularly regarding heating systems.