Heavy Snow and Blizzard Expected in Belarus on Thursday

Reform.news Editorial Team · 7 January 2026, 13:06

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An orange weather alert has been issued in Belarus for Thursday, 8 January. In the southeastern half of the country, heavy snow and blizzards are expected, with snowdrifts forming on the roads. Wind gusts may reach 15–20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will range from –6 to –12°C, with daytime highs between –4 and –10°C.

On Friday, 9 January, heavy snow with blizzard conditions and wet snow are expected in most of the country, with very heavy snowfall at night in the southeast. Wind gusts will intensify to 15–20 m/s, and at night in some areas up to 24 m/s.