Weather on May 1: Where in Ukraine will it be cold and rainy
1 May 02:28
On Friday, May 1, cool weather will persist across Ukraine. In most regions, forecasters predict nighttime frosts in the air, and in the south—frosts on the ground. During the day, temperatures will generally rise to 8–13°C. This was reported by the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, according to "Komersant Ukrainian"
According to forecasters, a cold air mass is still lingering over Ukraine. Due to clear skies at night, the lower atmosphere will cool rapidly, so frosts are expected in most regions.
What will the weather be like on May 1?
The first day of May will be cool in Ukraine. Overnight, frosts of 0–3°C are forecast in most regions.
In the southern part of the country, frosts are expected mainly on the ground, while the air temperature at night will remain slightly higher.
During the day, temperatures across Ukraine will range from 8 to 13°C.
Where rain is possible
Precipitation on May 1 will not be widespread. According to the forecast by the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, light rain is possible in some areas of the Left Bank and in Crimea during the day.
No significant precipitation is expected in the rest of the country. Winds will be predominantly northwesterly, 5–10 m/s.
Weather in Kyiv and the Kyiv region
In Kyiv and the Kyiv region, there will be no precipitation on May 1. Cool weather is expected with night frosts on the ground.
Kyiv region
Overnight, frosts of 0…-3°C are forecast across the region. During the day, temperatures will range from 8…13°C.
Kyiv
In the capital, temperatures are expected to be 1…3°C at night, but ground frosts of 0…-2°C are possible. During the day, temperatures in Kyiv will be 10…12°C.
Why frosts are dangerous
Frosts in early May can be dangerous for orchards, berry fields, seedlings, and early vegetable crops. Flowering fruit trees—apricots, cherries, sweet cherries, plums, pears, and apple trees—are most at risk.
Even a brief drop in temperature below freezing can damage blossoms or ovaries, which will subsequently affect the harvest.
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