Spring 2025 shows anomalous weather fluctuations: Ukrainians wear coats and shorts for a week. Experts point out that this is not just a seasonal feature, but a consequence of rapid climate changes that are already being felt in all regions of the country.
As reported by "Telegraph", climatologist Vera Balabukh notes that over the past 60 years, the average temperature in Ukraine has increased 2.5 times faster than the global average. Because of this, droughts are occurring more frequently, precipitation is decreasing, and the problem of desertification is worsening in the southern regions.
"The area of Oleshkivske Pisky is expanding, and the destruction of the Kakhovka reservoir has only worsened the moisture deficit," the expert noted.
At the same time, despite warming, Ukraine's climate remains temperate. Heat-loving crops such as grapes and peaches are already growing in the north of the country, but agriculture faces unstable weather and moisture shortages in the spring.
Meteorologists warn that the summer of 2025 will be even hotter than last year. According to forecaster Igor Kibalchych, the probability of above-normal temperatures is 70–75%.
Heat waves with temperatures above +40°C are possible in July-August, especially in the south and east of Ukraine. During these periods, hot air masses from Africa and the Middle East will enter the country.
September can also be warm - in recent years it has often repeated the summer scenario with temperatures above +30°C.
As for precipitation, experts say it is unevenly distributed. Thunderstorms are localized: within a city, one area may receive a monthly norm, while others remain dry. This increases the risk of hail, storms, and even tornadoes.
Oleg Khomenko, General Director of the Ukrainian Agrarian Business Club, notes that the heat and drought of recent years have significantly affected the harvest. According to him, temperatures above +35°C slow down vegetation, and below +40°C plants literally "bake" in the fields.
"We are observing either a complete lack of rain or hailstorms that destroy crops. In such conditions, we rely on agricultural technologies - moisture conservation, anti-stress treatments, drought-resistant hybrids," Khomenko noted.
Among the crops that are better adapted to new conditions are sunflowers, soybeans, and new varieties of corn.
