Weather on 12 April: forecasters have warned of severe frosts
According to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre, the temperature conditions on 12 April 2026
According to satellite monitoring, the average temperature across the country today during the day will not exceed +3... +7°C:
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North and West: The coldest temperatures are in Lutsk, Rivne, Zhytomyr and Chernihiv, at just +3... +4°C.
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Centre and East: Poltava, Cherkasy and Kharkiv are hovering around +3... +5°C.
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South: Even in traditionally warm Odesa and Kherson, thermometers are showing a modest +6... +7°C.
Risk of frost
Forecasters warn: severe frosts are expected during the night and early morning hours of 12 April. This is a critical period for farmers, as low temperatures can damage flowering fruit trees and early crops.
Advice for worshippers
As festive services and the blessing of Easter baskets will take place throughout the day, and in some places at dawn, we strongly recommend that you take the low air temperature into account. Dress in layers and avoid prolonged exposure to draughts.
