Strong winds and rain expected in Uzbekistan

Uzhydromet has released the weather forecast for Wednesday, May 20. According to synoptics, rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in several regions of the country. Dust storms may occur in some areas.

In Tashkent, the weather will be variable. There is a possibility of short-term rain and thunderstorms in the second half of the day. The wind will blow from the east at 3-8 m/s, occasionally reaching 10-12 m/s. Temperatures will be around 17-19°C at night and 30-32°C during the day.

Rain is also expected in some parts of the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the Khorezm region. Wind speeds may reach 13-18 m/s in some places, accompanied by dust storms. Daytime temperatures will rise to 29-34°C.

The weather in the Bukhara and Navoi regions will also be variable. Short-term rain and thunderstorms are forecast. Strong winds may cause inconvenience in some areas.

There is a high probability of precipitation in the Tashkent, Syrdarya, Jizzakh, and Samarkand regions. Wind speeds will increase to 18 m/s in some areas. Daytime temperatures will remain between 27-32°C.

In the Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya regions, the weather will be relatively hot. Temperatures may rise to 38°C in some places. At the same time, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected.

In the Fergana Valley — Andijan, Namangan, and Fergana regions — short-term rain is also possible. Wind speeds are expected to increase in some areas.

The situation in foothill and mountainous areas may be more serious. There is a possibility of heavy rain and flash floods. Experts urge caution.

It has been reported that a flood risk has been declared in nine regions of Uzbekistan until May 22. As a reminder, strong winds and rain were observed in some regions on May 18. Small hail was even recorded in the Zaamin district of the Jizzakh region.