Sharp cold snap: after Astana, Almaty will also freeze

Tengrinews.kz — Meteorologists have released a weather forecast for Astana and Almaty for January 15, 16, and 17.

Weather forecast for Astana

January 15: Partly cloudy, no precipitation. Icy conditions on roads. Northeasterly wind at 9–14 meters per second. Air temperature at night: −25 to −27°C, during the day: −18 to −20°C.

January 16: Partly cloudy, no precipitation. Northeasterly wind at 9–14 meters per second. Nighttime temperatures: −26 to −28°C, daytime: −21 to −23°C.

January 17: Partly cloudy, no precipitation. Northeasterly wind at 9–14 meters per second. Nighttime temperatures: −28 to −30°C, daytime: −21 to −23°C.

Weather forecast for Almaty

January 15: Partly cloudy, no precipitation. Fog at night and in the morning. Northeasterly wind at 2–7 meters per second. Nighttime temperatures: −4 to −6°C, daytime: 0 to +2°C.

January 16: Cloudy, occasional snow, fog, and icy conditions. Northeasterly wind at 2–7 meters per second. Nighttime temperatures: −8 to −10°C, daytime: −2 to −4°C.

January 17: Cloudy, occasional snow, fog, and icy conditions. Northwesterly wind at 2–7 meters per second. Nighttime temperatures: −14 to −16°C, daytime: −8 to −10°C.

Minus 40-degree cold approaching

Earlier, meteorologists warned of a sharp drop in temperatures across Kazakhstan. According to forecasts, a powerful anticyclone will dominate the country’s weather in the coming days, leading to significantly colder temperatures and more difficult weather conditions in several regions.