Crystal frost in Kharkiv formed at a temperature of -18 degrees.

One of the most beautiful meteorological phenomena in the winter period was seen in Kharkiv yesterday – frost. Photos of this beauty were published by the local forecaster Ihor Kibalchich.

According to the forecaster, the crystal frost in the photo is leaf-shaped. He explained that such frost is formed in windless frosty weather due to the large temperature difference between the surface and the lower air layer.

Yes, these photos were taken in Kharkiv on January 8, when the temperature in the city dropped to -18 degrees.

Weather in Kharkiv

According to Weather data, frosty weather is also expected in Kharkiv today. The thermometers will show -7…-13 degrees during the day. Cloudy weather is expected with clearings, without precipitation.

The wind in Kharkiv will be noticeable, 4-5.6 m/s. Atmospheric pressure is higher than normal, 763-765 millimeters of mercury.