How is the New Year expected? What will the coming winter bring to Russia?

Winter is the most wonderful time. It is in winter that you can enjoy soft snow, plunge into the fragrant smell of freshness, and rejoice at the arrival of the long-awaited New Year holidays. Winter is not only warm fur coats and huge snowdrifts, it's fun tubing or skating, skiing or snowboarding. Only in the winter season you can enthusiastically enjoy winter sports and enjoy the fluffy snowflakes falling on your nose and cheeks every day. And when will winter 2019 come? When will it be possible to enjoy all the splendor of the frosty season?

According to calendar events, the beginning day of the winter period falls on December 1. But, as a rule, by the indicated moment, winter is already fully wielding its power. In December, the weather becomes really frosty, this month there are no exceptions for severe frosts, which, of course, only decorate the winter season.

And yet, when will winter be in 2019 in Russia? In what month will this fluffy and wonderful season come to the Russians?

When winter comes 2019

According to Christian customs, the beginning of the magnificent winter season falls on a festive date - the Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos. Orthodox celebrate this celebration on the 14th of October. According to popular wisdom, it says that during this period the first crust of snow should cover the ground. And, as you know, it is fluffy snow that is a clear sign of the frosty season.

But in these years, the first snow rarely falls on Pokrov. Statistics show that at the indicated time in October, the weather is still moderately warm, so it’s too early to talk about the coming of winter.

As for precipitation in the form of snow, the first snowflakes are planned for the month of November. It is November that can be considered the opening of the cold season. Forecasters assure that when the winter of 2019 comes, at that moment sub-zero temperatures will appear on the thermometer. According to preliminary data, it was revealed that the final month of autumn will become frosty and snowy. If at the beginning of the month the thermometer on the street shows zero marks, then by the middle of the same month the daily ambient temperature will become sharply minus. As for the night hours, already on the initial dates, the air temperature at night will be equal to minus 5 frosty degrees.

In connection with such circumstances, we can confidently say that the winter period will boldly declare its rights from mid-November. But autumn at this moment does not want to leave nature, therefore, even before the last days of the month, a severe struggle between domineering winter and tireless autumn is possible.

But on the calendar first day of the winter period, that is, on the 1st of December, the cold season of the year will already openly and fully enter into its legal rights. The month of December will be a real herald of frosty blizzards and sub-zero temperatures.

An accurate forecast for 2019, when winter comes to Russia, can also be given based on folk signs about the cold season.

• If September is a dry and warm month, then the early arrival of frost should not be expected.
• A huge harvest of red rowan indicates the arrival of a frosty and early winter.
• The later the leaves fall from the trees, the later you can expect the arrival of cold weather in nature.
• The late departure of cranes indicates the fact that frosts will not come to nature soon.
• If from autumn ants build large anthills, then the sign indicates the onset of severe frosts, which will last almost the entire winter period.
• Titmouse, which begin to fly up close to apartments and houses, carry quick frosts on their tails.
• If a rich harvest of mushrooms is observed in the summer, then the winter will drag on for a long time and become quite frosty, but not early.

Winter 2016-2017 in Russia will be frosty, dry and sunny. In December frosts are expected from -5 -11 °C during the day to -11 -20 °C at night. The coldest will be the beginning of the month. A lot of snow will fall in the first quarter of December. In January, the air temperature will drop to -12 -22 °C during the day and -19 -26 °C at night, there will be little precipitation. In the first half of February, severe blizzards and frosts down to -28 °C during the day and down to -32 °C at night are predicted. At the end of the month it will warm up to -8 °C during the day and -14 °C at night, there will be little precipitation.

December 2016

December will be moderately frosty. At the beginning of the month, the average air temperature will range from -10 °C during the day to -18 -20 °C at night. In the first quarter of December, heavy snowfalls are expected, and the temperature will drop by 3-5 degrees. In the middle of the month, the thermometer will show -5 -7 ° C during the day and -11 -13 ° C at night. Light snowfalls are expected at the end of December. The air temperature will be -9 -11 °C during the day and -14 °C at night.

January 2017

Light snow is expected early in the month. The average air temperature will be -12 -14 °C during the day and -19 °C at night. After January 17, it will get 6-7 degrees colder for several days. There will be no big rainfall at the end of the month. The thermometer will show -20 -22 °C during the day and -24 -26 °C at night.

February 2017

Severe frosts are expected in the last month of winter. The thermometer can drop to -26 -28 ° C during the day and up to -32 ° C at night. At the end of February the weather will become milder. Heavy rainfall is not expected. The average air temperature will be -8 -10 °C during the day and -14 -16 °C at night.

What will the weather be like in the winter of 2016-2017 in the regions of Russia

Moscow and Moscow region

The weather in winter in Moscow and the Moscow region is expected to be 2-4 degrees warmer than in the rest of Russia.

December will be cold and snowy. Frosts down to -25 °С are expected. The average air temperature will be -15 -20 °С. In the second half of the month there will be heavy snowfalls. Strong gusts of wind and blizzards are possible in December.

Mild weather is expected in the first half of January. The average air temperature will be -15 -17 °С. Large precipitation is not expected. Strong gusts of wind and snowfalls are possible on January 15-18. After Baptism, “winter will calm down,” and the weather will improve.

In February, the weather will be mild and gentle. The average air temperature during the day will be -5 -10 °С. At night, the thermometer can drop to -20 °C. Heavy rainfall is not expected. Possible sustained winds.

St. Petersburg and Leningrad region

Residents of St. Petersburg and the region expect a mild and warm winter. The average air temperature in December will be from 0 °С to -6 °С at night. In January, the thermometer will show -4 -8 ° C during the day and -12 ° C at night. February will be snowy and not cold - from -6 -8 °С during the day to -8 -10 °С at night.

Ural

Heavy snowfalls are expected in the subpolar and polar Urals. In early December and January, the thermometer will drop to -25 °C. There will be no severe frosts in February.

In the north of the Urals, the average air temperature in the winter of 2016-2017 will be -33 °C. There will be no strong winds. In early February, prolonged snowfalls and warming are expected.

In the Middle Urals, December will be moderately cold and sunny. A slight chill is expected in January. The thermometer will show -15 -24 ° С. In early February, it will warm up to -7 ° C, and in the middle of the month it will get colder, and snowfalls will come.

In the southern part of the Urals, the beginning of December will please with relatively warm weather. On the 20th of the month it will get colder to -8 °С during the day and to -20 °С at night. January will be sunny and with little snow. This weather will continue until mid-February. Then a few cloudy and cold days are predicted. It will get warmer at the end of the month.

Kuban (Krasnodar Territory)

Residents of the Krasnodar Territory expect a mild and warm winter. There will be little rainfall in December. The air temperature will range from -6 °C at night to +5 °C during the day. This weather will continue until mid-January. Then small frosts will alternate with thaws. At the end of the month, heavy snowfalls and icy conditions are possible. The thermometer will show from -12 ° C at night to 0 ° C during the day. In February, frosty weather, heavy and prolonged snowfalls are predicted.

Novosibirsk and Novosibirsk region

Frosty, windy and unstable weather awaits residents of Novosibirsk and the region in winter. The average daytime air temperature in December will be -1 -13 °С, at night -3 -15 °С. There will be little rain until mid-January. After Epiphany, heavy snowfalls are predicted with snowstorms, strong wind gusts and ice. The thermometer in January will drop to -10 -30 ° C during the day and to -38 ° C at night. More severe frosts will come after Christmas. Unstable weather is predicted in February. The air temperature will fluctuate from -45 °C at night to -29 °C during the day. Heavy snowfalls possible.

Siberia

A cold and snowy winter is expected in Siberia. In December, the average air temperature will be -15 °С. There will be little rainfall. On New Year's Eve, heavy snowfalls will begin, and the thermometer will rise to -10 ° C. In the first half of January, frosts down to -20 -25 °С are expected, and in the second half - warming up to -15 °С and heavy rainfall. Winter in February will be snowy and mild. The thermometer will drop below -15 °C.

Volgograd

A cold winter awaits residents of Volgograd and the Volgograd region. In December frosts, snowfalls, blizzards are predicted. The air temperature will fluctuate between -4 °С and -10 °С. In early January, it will get colder. On the 10th of the month, a short thaw will come, which will lead to ice. Then it gets cold again. The air temperature in January will fluctuate between +5 °С and -17 °С. February will bring prolonged snowfalls and blizzards. The air temperature will fluctuate between +1 °С and -21 °С.

Climatologists speak of a general warming trend. However, small periods of frost this winter are also not excluded.

The coming winter in the capital will be quite warm, and frosts can be established only for short periods.

This was announced on October 3 by the head of the laboratory of climatology of the Institute of Geography of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) Vladimir Semenov.

Not very good news for heat lovers. Forecasters have warned that as early as mid-October, Muscovites will experience worsening weather conditions. The short-term warming will soon end, and sleet will come to replace the rains in Moscow.

For the past week, residents of the capital have been enjoying the warmth. In the central region of Russia, such weather will continue until the middle of the week, but then it will get colder. In the middle of the month, weather forecasters predict frosts and precipitation in the form of sleet.

“If now we are enjoying the September warmth, then at the end of the week we will find out what November is in Moscow,” said Marina Makarova, representative of the Russian Hydrometeorological Center. According to her, at present the average air temperature in Moscow is about six degrees above the norm.

“Little rains, clouds – moist Atlantic air comes to us, small wave cyclones come. The change in the nature of the weather will begin in the second half of the week, ”Interfax quotes a representative of the Hydrometeorological Center.

According to forecasts, on October 14 in the capital the air will warm up to ten degrees, there will be no precipitation. October 15 will also break temperature records, showing a mark of plus 12 or even 14 degrees on the thermometer. However, this Indian summer will end. “On Thursday (October 16), colder air from the north and northeast will begin to penetrate into the rear of the cyclone. At night in Moscow, the air temperature is expected to be around seven degrees,” Makarova said.

She said that on the night of October 17, a more significant drop in temperature is expected. “The flow of air masses from the north continues, the cyclone goes to the east. In Moscow, the temperature during the day is expected to be from plus two to plus seven degrees. On Saturday (October 18) there will be a further drop in temperature - at night from minus four to plus one, in the afternoon from zero to plus five. In some places, the likelihood of precipitation, including in the form of sleet, will remain, ”said the representative of the Hydrometeorological Center.

In the near future, in the Moscow region, the air temperature will be three degrees below the temperature norm. “Some of the drivers will hurry to change summer tires for winter ones. Someone will not do this, and, probably, they will be right, as we are waiting for the next wave of heat. But the question is how intense it will be. The main feature of this period is that it is unstable, the change of weather will be sharp and fast,” Makarova summed up.

First snow in Moscow 2017: weather forecast for the winter

December:

In December, frosts already completely dominate our country. Sometimes it happens that a real winter takes the citizens of the Russian Federation by surprise already in November. In the last month of autumn, the nights become quite frosty, and the days are no less warm.

In the first period of winter, warming occurs extremely often. From the first days of December, the thermometer will stop at minus 20 degrees. At the same time, the weather will be quite changeable, and sharp warming is possible.

Let's take for example, today there is a 10-degree frost in the yard, and tomorrow the bar will drop sharply to minus 23 degrees. The temperature stabilizes by mid-December. The average figure will be equal to minus 15. The last days of the month will already freeze the inhabitants of Moscow. There is an option that the temperature will fall even more, and drop to minus 20 degrees.

Also in December, Muscovites are waiting for fluffy snow. However, the possibility of a thaw and the appearance of rains, which can turn into hail, cannot be denied. There should be enough snow so that children can build their own fairy-tale snow castles, and adults can enjoy charming snow-covered forests.

On the long-awaited New Year's Eve, temperatures are expected to reach minus 15 degrees. Also on this magical night, a little snow is possible, which will inspire everyone with a New Year's mood.

January:

If you check the weather forecasts, then January 2017-2018 in Moscow will be normal, if you compare it with previous periods.

The average temperature will be minus 20 degrees below zero. In the first days of January, the onset of warming is possible, the bar can show Muscovites a temperature of minus 5 degrees.

January is a dangerous month in terms of the appearance of a cold and a fairly large number of viral diseases. From the 15th, the temperature will stop at minus 15 degrees.

Also, January will delight the residents of the capital with alluring frost and winter charm. But the last days of January will be very changeable, and not everyone will be able to keep up with the changes in the weather.

Also, one should not be surprised at strong temperature fluctuations from minus 5 to minus 25 degrees. But there is no need to be afraid of this, you just need to prepare in a timely manner.

In January, snow continues to fall and cover the ground with a layer of snow. It will not do without a strong wind, it will bring with it a noticeable frost and a “bouquet” of colds.

February:

As the Hydrometeorological Center promises, winter in Moscow will not be protracted. In February, you will be able to feel the first signs of warmth and the imminent green spring. But you will see all this only at the end of February. The first days of the month will be quite cold and with noticeable winds.

The average temperature at the beginning of the month will be minus 15 degrees, and starting from mid-February, the temperature will drop to minus 23. After the 20th, the weather will stop jumping and set at minus 13 degrees. February is considered to be the windiest month of winter. Wind often causes colds and various infections.

Meteorologists are critical of their own promises. In the last 17 years, their predictions have come true with a probability of 58-80 percent!

- This forecast is published mainly for agriculture, energy, transport, - specifies Marina Makarova, chief specialist of the Hydrometeorological Center. - It should be understood that this is a probabilistic forecast - we do not give exact values ​​in degrees. A more accurate household forecast can be given seven days ahead. In addition, we can not yet say anything about precipitation - whether this winter will be snowier than last, or not.

Already at the beginning of autumn, everyone is just talking about the fact that this year's winter will be harsh. There is another opinion that due to global warming there will be no severe cold.

Weather conditions in winter will certainly make their own adjustments to plans for the New Year and Christmas holidays. Therefore, it is better to know about the plans of nature ahead of time. In order not to be mistaken, it is better to contact specialists for an answer. What will be winter 2017 according to weather forecasts?

Moscow and Moscow region

Winter 2017 has prepared frosts, thaws, a lot of snow and sun for residents of Moscow and the Moscow region, but everything is within normal limits. In general, warm, by winter standards, weather is expected, without sudden temperature changes, snowstorms and drifts.

December will be snowy. And this means that we will not see the sun often. Daytime air temperature during the month will fluctuate from +1 to -10, at night thermometers will show -7 -13.

The middle of winter will please with calm weather with light precipitation in the form of fluffy snow and a temperature of 10 -15 degrees. Excellent conditions to spend the New Year holidays and actively, in the fresh air. In the second half of January, winter will show its character. It will be very cold on sunny, almost snowless days, the temperature will drop to -20 during the day, and at night to -28.

February will provide an opportunity to take a break from severe frosts. Warming will come to -10 -12 degrees, as a result of which there will be small snowfalls. This reprieve will not last long. From mid-February, frosts will crackle again, and snow will fall. But, from about February 20-22, anger will change to mercy, the air temperature will rise to -4, the sun will come out and remind the residents of Moscow and the Moscow region that spring is coming.

Russia

Russia in 2017 is waiting for a real magnificent Russian winter. The territory of the country is huge and, of course, the weather will be different in different regions. But the general trends of winter 2017 are as follows - an abundance of snow, moderate frosts, and the absence of weather disasters.

December

The first month of winter brought no surprises for the Russians. The weather will be the same as last year. Already from the beginning of December, almost all of Russia will be covered with snow, the average temperature in all regions is within normal limits.

In the North of the country, December 2017 will be quite mild. Heavy snowfalls, air temperature -30-35. For northerners who are accustomed to a critical minus, this will be a pleasant gift. All weekends of December can be spent on the street, walking, skiing and skating, breathing fresh December air. And only a few days the inhabitants of the North are better off staying at home. The reason for this is blizzards and gusty strong winds.

In the Urals and Siberia, December is expected to be warmer than last year. The air temperature is -27 -32, which is not typical for this region. Thanks must be said to the Atlantic cyclone, which will host here all December, and bestow abundant snowfalls on the inhabitants.

Moderate frosts, 6-10 degrees below zero, in the Central part of Russia will please, but the temperature rise to +1 +2 in the third decade of December, sleet and slush will upset you a little.

Rains with snow, gusty winds, storms at sea, air temperature +9 +11, typical for December, are expected in the south of the country.

January

The European and central part of Russia will be bypassed by severe frosts in January. Heavy snowfalls, moderate wind, temperatures down to -8 during the day and -14 at night will make the January period comfortable for the inhabitants of this region. January will show its harsh temper only in the middle of the month. Epiphany frosts do not violate traditions. But this year, the temperature will not be too low, maximum -14-18 degrees.

In the north, on the contrary, it will get colder. Moreover, the last ten days of the month will be colder than the previous ones due to strong winds. It is relatively warm in the south of the country, the air temperature will drop to a maximum of -5. Heavy snowfalls, as usual, will cover Siberia and the Far East in January. For this region, drifts, blizzards and snowstorms are standard weather in winter.

February

The most severe month of winter, at first, decides to pamper all regions of Russia with warming. In the central part, the thermometers will rise to -9 -7 degrees and even to 0. Temperature increase will be noticeable in the south and east. This will provoke precipitation in the form of snow with rain and ice. Only in the northern region will the classic harsh winter weather remain: temperatures of -35 -40, snow and wind. Then, in mid-February, it will become very cold throughout Russia. And by the end of winter, thermometers will again record warming.

Ukraine

A real winter with bitter frosts, piercing winds and heavy snowfalls will be in Ukraine only in mid-December, in the second half of January and at the end of February. In general, good winter weather awaits Ukrainians throughout all three months. According to weather forecasts, the winter will be a little delayed and will not want to give way to spring until mid-March.

The average December temperature does not fall below -15. Closer to the New Year will be warming with wet snow. The beginning of January will be marked by heavy snowfalls and a drop in temperature. But real frosts will come only by the middle of the second month of winter, just in time for Epiphany.

The temperature of -19 -23 will last for about ten days, and by the end of January, warming will come again with sleet and rain. Also during this period, a strong gusty wind will hit Ukraine at a speed of up to 15 km / h, which will force weather forecasters to talk about a storm warning.

But there is a possibility that this front will bypass the territory of the country from the north and go to the east. February is expected with sharp changes in the weather situation, especially towards the end of the month. The air temperature will fall below the indicators for the last eight years by 3-4 degrees.

Some days the weather will be deceptive. If in the first half of the day the sun shines and warming is felt, then in the evening a severe frost can strike and a snowstorm rises. You need to be prepared for such vagaries of winter, dress warmer and not stay outside for a long time.

As a result, moderate rainfall, low temperatures, many sunny days and good winter weather are expected in Ukraine in winter.

Winter is an amazing time, inspiring to enjoy every day. Only in the snowy and slightly frosty season you can enjoy the holidays to the fullest, have fun fooling around on sleds and skates, and practice seasonal sports. In winter, even adults cannot resist the temptation to make a huge snowman and play snowballs with a noisy company. If only the weather didn't disappoint. Indeed, in -35C and a terrible snowstorm, it is not very fun to arrange street fun with the kids. And judging by the most accurate forecasts of weather forecasters of the Hydrometeorological Center, the winter is clearly not planning to be quiet and stable. Let's find out in more detail when the cold comes, the first snows begin, and what the winter of 2017-2018 will be like in Russia, Ukraine, Moscow and St. Petersburg.

What will be the coming winter 2017-2018 in Russia

It is practically impossible to predict with 100% authenticity the temperature regimes and precipitation levels for a period of more than 3 months. It is also unrealistic to know for sure what the next winter of 2017-2018 will be like in Russia, no matter how hard weather forecasters and meteorologists work. After all, the weather is a capricious lady, and even the analysis of statistical data cannot hurt her to throw out some kind of surprise. Nevertheless, the Hydrometeorological Center nevertheless undertakes to make a preliminary forecast, based on many years of experience and a detailed study of the picture to date. And judging by the state of mother nature, a full-fledged winter will come to the territory of Russia in early to mid-November. Piercing winds will be the first harbingers of December frosts, and the first snowfall will not take long. For more information about the weather in Russia in the winter of 2017-2018, we suggest you find out in the monthly forecast.

Weather forecasts for Russia in the winter of 2017-2018

• December. Despite the fact that December 1 is considered the beginning of the calendar winter, at this time, bitter frosts already completely rule the expanses of Russia. Do not be surprised if in the early days the mercury column drops to -25C. In the middle of the month, frosts will recede to -10C, which will sharply activate the number of viral diseases. But by the end of December, heavy snowfalls will start and the frost will again roam in a big way.
• January. The first "post-New Year" days will please the Russians with a noticeable softening of the weather. During this period, it will be possible to ride on a sleigh and visit all relatives without fear of evil snowstorms. In the middle of the month, epiphany frosts (from -28C to -30C) will start peddling and luxurious snowfalls will continue. And by the end of the second winter month, the weather will eventually stabilize within the acceptable limit.
• February. The last month of winter 2017-2018 is unlikely to seem friendly and calm to Russians. Sharp temperature jumps will be replaced by strong gusty winds. Influenza and SARS viruses will massively captivate residents of cities and suburbs. The upcoming calendar spring will remain exclusively "calendar"!

What will be the winter of 2017-2018 in Moscow according to weather forecasts

As you know, megacities generate an incredible amount of heat, which means that the air temperature within the boundaries of large cities is always several marks higher than suburban indicators. But even in the suburbs in the winter of 2017-2018, according to weather forecasts, it will be quite warm and comfortable, what can we say about Moscow. The mildest winter in the last 15 years is expected here: relatively dry and quite warm.

December in Moscow and the region will turn out to be surprisingly friendly. With the exception of the first numbers, they will slightly scare the cold. In the middle of the month, the temperature indicator will fluctuate from -5C to -10C. Muscovites will not see heavy snowfalls at the beginning of winter, as well as strong gusty winds. And only on New Year's Eve the frost will strengthen, and the earth will be covered with a fairly dense layer of snow crust.

January promises to be the harshest part of winter. If in the first half of the month the air temperature drops to -15C, then by the end of January the snowfalls will stop and the level of the mercury column will freeze at -30C. Such a frosty picture will last the entire second half of January, and only in the last days will the long-awaited warming come.

February will continue the heavy snowfall that began in January. From the 1st to the 15th, the weather will be loyal by winter standards (from -1C to -8C), and in the second half of the last winter month, again, it will be time for severe frosts. The mercury column will crawl down, and the calendar winter will end with dull cold.

How to determine what winter will be like in Moscow in 2017-2018, according to popular signs

If the answer to the question, what will be the winter of 2017-2018 in Moscow, according to weather forecasts, does not inspire confidence in you, refer to folk signs. Observing the environment, one can already predict the beginning, course and end of the coming winter today.

• If September was dry and warm, winter will come late;
• The summer is damp, and the autumn is warm - the winter will be protracted;
• If the weeds grew tall, expect heavy snowfalls;
• Large mushroom harvest - long and frosty winter;
• If autumn birds fly high, the cold season will be short; if low, long;
• Titmouse flew to the house - winter is about to begin;
• If the cranes left late, the frosts will also come late;

What will be the next winter 2017-2018 in St. Petersburg: the most accurate forecast of the Hydrometeorological Center

Winter comes to different regions of Russia at different times. This or that part of the country usually has its own, completely different temperature indicators, different direction and strength of the wind, humidity level, etc. But, oddly enough, most tourists and Russians are interested in the weather of St. Petersburg - one of the most capricious and whimsical cities in terms of climatic conditions. Perhaps the reason for this is the desire to visit the northern capital during the New Year holidays, or maybe idle curiosity. So what will be the next winter 2017-2018 in St. Petersburg, the most accurate forecast of the Hydrometeorological Center will lift the veil over the mystery.

How much snow will fall in St. Petersburg in the winter of 2017-2018

The first winter month in St. Petersburg promises to be cold. In the beginning, frosts down to -15C are possible, but the rest of the month the indicators will be moderately frosty. That is, not lower than -10C. Separate days will bring warming up to + 1C for Petersburgers, so the snow that has fallen will turn into wet slush from hour to hour. From precipitation, hail of a sufficiently strong power is also possible. With its onset, it is better to rearrange the car under a canopy so that rough ice does not spoil the windshield.

With the advent of January, the air temperature in St. Petersburg will drop to -18C, but no sharp jumps are expected. The weather will change gradually; at first it will get colder, then small snowfalls will start, and only at the end of the second winter month will sharp north winds rise, cold and piercing.

February promises to be the most severe period of winter. Most of the days will be windy and frosty. The air temperature will pass through a variety of temperatures in fairly short periods (from -15C to -28C). Winds will bring a lot of respiratory diseases. And only fluffy snowdrifts of white February snow will smooth out negative emotions for Petersburgers. This is how unusual the next winter of 2017-2018 will be in St. Petersburg, according to the most accurate forecasts of the Hydrometeorological Center.

What will be the winter of 2017-2018 in Ukraine - when will it start and end

In past years, Ukrainian winters were famous for generous snowfalls, huge snowdrifts and bitter frosts. Poets and prose writers wrote about luxurious winter nights, silvered with an openwork cover. But the last few years have turned the weather pattern of the Ukrainian winter in a diametrically opposite direction. Now severe colds are more like light frosts, and minimal snow decks will melt in the first rays of the sun. Whether the new trend will remain relevant or whether everything will reverse is not yet known. The only thing that can be found out today is what the next winter of 2017-2018 will be like in Ukraine, when it will begin and end.

When will winter begin and end in Ukraine in 2017-2018, what will it be like according to weather forecasts

Considering the forecasts of specialists about what the winter of 2017-2018 will be like in Ukraine (when it starts and ends), we can confidently say that there are no fundamental changes. As in previous years, the first snow will delight Ukrainians in November. But unlike last year, it will steadfastly cover everything and everyone around until the very Christmas holidays. The air temperature will gradually move from -3C to -15C and vice versa. There is no need to wait for stability, that's why it is winter!

In mid-January, the frosts will recede, and in February the cold will reach its minimum. Daytime minus temperatures will be replaced by positive ones, and piercing winds will leave before the onslaught of the first spring breezes. By the end of the last winter month, Ukrainians will think about changing their winter wardrobe to a lighter spring one. But the last days of the "fierce" will break off the plans of the townspeople and villagers with another volley of frosty and windy days.

Now you know what the winter of 2017-2018 will be like in Russia (Moscow, St. Petersburg) and Ukraine. Summing up, we can point to the absence of any weather anomalies and phenomena out of the ordinary. It remains to carefully observe the further most accurate forecasts of the weather forecasters of the Hydrometeorological Center in order to know when winter will begin and end in a particular region, and how much snow it will bring to Russians and Ukrainians.