Uzbekistan is anticipating snowfall and freezing temperatures, prompting authorities to alert residents.

On March 3, Uzbekistan is expected to experience a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. According to Uzgidromet, snowfall will occur in most regions of the country, with a significant drop in temperature. In some areas, strong winds and fog are predicted. In Tashkent, snow is expected along with intermittent fog, with nighttime temperatures ranging from -2 to -4°C and daytime temperatures between -0 and -2°C, accompanied by a western wind of 5-10 m/s.

The Tashkent Ecology Department and the district hokimiyats have urged residents of the capital to exercise caution. Residents are advised not to park their vehicles near high-rise buildings, structures, or under trees. If broken trees or those at high risk of falling are spotted, reports can be made to the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection, and Climate Change at the following numbers: (71) 207-11-07, (71) 207-11-08, 1157, 1207.

Significant cooling and snowfall are also forecasted across the regions of the country. In Karakalpakstan and Khorezm, winds of 7-12 m/s are expected, with gusts reaching 15-20 m/s in places. Nighttime temperatures may drop to -10 to -15°C, while daytime temperatures will stay around 0 to -5°C. In the Ustyurt region, nighttime temperatures are anticipated to fall to -15 to -20°C, with daytime temperatures expected to be between -5 and -10°C. In Bukhara and Navoi regions, snowfall is possible, with wind gusts reaching 17-22 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will range from -2 to -7°C, while daytime temperatures will be between -0 and +5°C. In Samarkand, Jizzakh, and Syrdarya regions, intermittent snow is expected, with winds of 7-12 m/s and gusts up to 15-20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will be from -0 to -5°C, and daytime temperatures from -2°C to +3°C.

In Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya, snow is forecasted with winds of 7-12 m/s and gusts up to 17-22 m/s, with nighttime temperatures ranging from -0 to -5°C and daytime temperatures between -0 and +5°C. In the Fergana, Namangan, and Andijan regions, similar conditions are expected: intermittent snow, with nighttime and daytime temperatures around -2 to +3°C. In the foothill and mountainous areas, overcast weather is anticipated, with occasional snowfall and possible fog, with nighttime and daytime temperatures ranging from -3 to -8°C.

Residents of the country are advised to exercise caution, take into account the challenging road conditions, and plan their routes in advance.