Heavy rain is set to hit Ukraine: which regions will see thunderstorms on 16 June

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Heavy rain is set to hit Ukraine: which regions will see thunderstorms on 16 June
Weather forecast for 16 June
On Tuesday, 16 June, brief showers accompanied by thunderstorms are expected in most regions of Ukraine. Gusts of wind are also forecast in some areas.

This was reported on Telegram by weather forecaster Natalka Didenko.

Weather in Ukraine

According to her, moist air masses will prevail in Ukraine today, so short-lived showers and thunderstorms are expected across almost the entire country.

In the western and southern regions, the rain will be less intense and will often alternate with sunny spells.

The wind will be mainly westerly and moderate. In the west and north, stronger gusts of up to 12–14 metres per second are possible.

“The air temperature will be pleasant; on 16 June, temperatures of +19 to +24 degrees are expected, and in the east and south of Ukraine, +22 to +26 degrees,” said the forecaster.

Weather in Kyiv

It will also rain in the capital today, with thunderstorms in places. Air temperatures will range between +18 and +20 degrees.

In addition, gusty westerly winds are forecast for Kyiv.

What’s next for the weather

According to Didenko’s forecast, a warm spell is expected ahead of the coming weekend. Air temperatures will then rise to 24–29 degrees. Rainfall will also decrease during this period.

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