The beginning of the week promises to be unpredictable in terms of weather: on Ukrainian territory, cold and rainy conditions will set in with significant temperature fluctuations, and some regions may experience frosts
This creates an important consideration for residents and farmers, as the first day of the workweek will be marked by a series of precipitation and possible temperature swings. According to data from the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center, Monday will start with heavy rains mainly affecting the southern, central, and eastern regions of the country. In regions such as Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kirovohrad, evening hours are expected to bring moderate rainfall, while in the rest of the country, especially during the day, short bursts of light rain are possible. Nighttime temperatures will fluctuate between 1 and 6 degrees Celsius above zero, which, combined with the lack of heavy precipitation, may lead to local surface frosts, particularly in the western, northern, and Vinnytsia regions. Frosts up to 0-3 degrees Celsius are possible during the night in these areas. During the day, temperatures will rise to 10-15°C, making the weather quite cool for the first days of May. In the south and east of the country, warmer conditions will persist, with nighttime temperatures expected to be between 4 and 9 degrees Celsius, and daytime temperatures reaching 13-18°C, providing more comfortable conditions. In Kyiv, Monday, May 12, is expected to have minimal precipitation — clear nights with no rain and short, light rain during the day. Winds will mainly blow from the northwest at speeds of 5-10 meters per second, adding a chill factor. The temperature in the capital on this day will range from lows of 2-4°C at night to highs of 12-14°C during the day. A historical note from the Boris Sreznevsky Central Geophysical Observatory recorded that on May 12, the maximum temperature in Kyiv in 2013 reached 28.9°C, while the coldest was -2.4°C in 1900. This highlights the contrasting atmospheric records for this date. The next day, Tuesday, May 13, is expected to continue the weather pattern with cold nights and no precipitation, and short bursts of rain in most regions during the day. Winds will remain strong from the northwest, at speeds of 7-12 meters per second, enhancing the cooling effect and potentially impacting transport and energy sectors. Nighttime temperatures are expected to be similar — 1-6°C above zero — with daytime temperatures rising to 10-15°C. Once again, the southern and eastern parts of the country will maintain warmer conditions, with nights around 4-9°C and daytime temperatures near 13-18°C. In Kyiv on May 13, minimal rain is anticipated in the second half of the day, possibly bringing a slight chill, with winds continuing from the same direction and strength. The first days of the week demonstrate changes in climate conditions: on one hand, prolonged rains and cooling, and on the other, potential warming towards the end of the week, though this remains uncertain for now. Meteorologists warn residents to be prepared for sudden temperature fluctuations, and farmers to brace for unexpected weather challenges, as the spring season has not yet shown stable weather patterns. This period may bring significant climate variations to several regions, so stay alert to forecasts and factor in current weather conditions in your plans.