Winter has arrived in the Carpathians: rescuers warn tourists.

According to inkorr.com: Mountain rescuers from Prykarpattia reported that true winter weather has set in the Carpathians. Heavy snowfall and a significant deterioration in weather conditions were recorded at the summit of Mount Pip Ivan Chornohory, as informed by Glavkom citing the rescuers.

According to the Chornohirsk Mountain Search and Rescue Post, up to half a meter of snow has accumulated at the summit in the form of drifts.

The Carpathians are covered with a half-meter layer of snow pic.twitter.com/9JXBLEPCs4

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Weather on the morning of October 1

As of the morning of October 1, the weather conditions were as follows:

• Air temperature: -5°C.
• Wind: gusts up to 12 m/s.
• Visibility: limited, snowfall continuing.

Rescuers urge tourists to refrain from going into the mountains due to difficult conditions related to strong winds and poor visibility.

It is worth noting that on September 29, 2025, winter weather had already been observed in the highlands of the Ukrainian Carpathians.

As of today, winter conditions continue in the Carpathians: snowfall, drifts at the summits, air temperature -5°C, and strong winds. Rescuers again emphasize the need to be cautious and refrain from going into the mountains due to dangerous weather conditions.

This information is important for those planning trips to the mountains. It is better not to tempt the conditions currently, to avoid dangerous situations, as winter weather can be unpredictable even for experienced tourists. It is advisable to monitor weather forecasts and be prepared for any changes in the situation in the mountains.