Sharp cold snap in Karshi and Samarkand from Nov 9: highs drop by 11–12 degrees
From 9 November the south and centre of Uzbekistan will turn much colder. According to the MET Norway forecast, the daytime high in Karshi will fall from +31°C on 8 November to +20°C on 9 November, and in Samarkand from +28°C to +16°C. In Tashkent the high drops from +27°C to +18°C, then to +16°C on 10 November. Bukhara goes from +30°C to +23°C on 9 November and +15°C on 10 November. Navoi is expected to fall from +26°C to +17°C, Urgench from +23°C to +10°C, and Nukus from +20°C to +9°C.
The forecast shows the cold arriving together with rain. On 10 November Samarkand may get 27.8 mm, Tashkent 27.6 mm, Jizzakh 25.4 mm, Nurafshon 19.0 mm and Karshi 14.3 mm. In the Fergana Valley (Andijan, Fergana, Namangan) temperatures will barely change, with daytime highs of +17…+20°C. Termez also stays mild, around +22°C. Night temperatures in many cities will be +6…+16°C. Officials have not yet given a reason for the change; follow Uzhydromet's official forecasts.
Who should be careful and what to do
A sudden temperature drop can be hard on children, older people, and people with heart problems or breathing conditions such as asthma. After the warm day on 8 November, be ready to change what you wear: dress in layers, carry a light jacket and an umbrella, and choose waterproof shoes.
Rain makes roads slippery, so drivers should slow down and keep a longer distance. Tourists travelling between cities may prefer indoor sights in Samarkand, Bukhara and Tashkent on 9–10 November: museums, madrasa interiors and covered bazaars. Plan outdoor walks for 6–8 November. Keep drinking enough water and eat warm meals even in cool weather. At home, use heaters safely and air rooms regularly.
Sources
- MET Norway – Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0)
- Uzhydromet – official weather forecasts
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0)
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