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Residents of Astana are preparing for one of the coldest work weeks of the winter season. From February 23rd to the 27th, the capital is forecast to experience blizzards, strong winds, and temperatures as low as -36 degrees Celsius. The weather is expected to change dramatically, with the beginning of the week being particularly challenging.

First Half of the Week

Monday, February 23rd

Temperatures will range from -15 to -17 degrees Celsius during the night and day. Expect partly cloudy skies with intermittent snow and blizzards. Winds from the northwest will strengthen to 9-14 m/s, with gusts potentially reaching 15-20 m/s, intensifying the cold.

Tuesday, February 24th

The weather conditions are set to worsen significantly. Overnight temperatures will drop to -31 to -33 degrees Celsius. While no precipitation is expected, fog may form. Daytime temperatures will slightly moderate to -25 to -27 degrees Celsius.

Second Half of the Week

Wednesday, February 25th

This day is predicted to be the coldest of the week. Nighttime temperatures could reach -34 to -36 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs around -20 to -22 degrees Celsius. No precipitation is forecast, but the severe cold will persist.

Thursday, February 26th

Overnight temperatures are expected to be between -27 and -29 degrees Celsius, with daytime temperatures recovering to -15 to -17 degrees Celsius. No snowfall is anticipated, but winds will pick up to 9-14 m/s.

Friday, February 27th

The intense cold is expected to gradually subside. Nighttime temperatures will be around -22 to -24 degrees Celsius, and daytime temperatures will reach -11 to -13 degrees Celsius. While there will be no precipitation, the cold weather will continue.

Astana residents are advised to limit prolonged outdoor activities and consider the weather conditions when planning any travel.

This information was reported by Infohub.kz news agency.