Turkey's Ministry Warns of Temperature Drop, Snow, and Rain Starting May 1

The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change has issued a timely warning to the public regarding a significant shift in weather patterns. Starting Friday, May 1, 2026, a cold snap is expected to sweep across Turkey, bringing with it a noticeable drop in temperatures.

Citizens are urged to exercise caution as this change in weather could lead to hazardous conditions such as freezing and frost, particularly in the country's interior regions at higher altitudes. The ministry's advisory highlights the potential risk of localized agricultural frost, which could impact farming communities.

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Vatandaşlarımızın sıcaklıklardaki düşüşle meydana gelebilecek buzlanma ve don olaylarına karşı dikkatli olmaları önem taşımaktadır

Forecasters predict that the precipitation accompanying this cold front will manifest as heavy showers and thunderstorms. In higher elevations, this rain may mix with snow or fall as snow itself. The ministry has provided specific low-temperature forecasts for major cities, including Ankara, Istanbul, and Izmir, to help residents prepare for the coming weather.

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Özellikle iç kesimlerin yükseklerinde buzlanma ve don hadiseleri görülebilir. Yağışların sağanak ve gök gürültülü sağanak şeklinde, yüksek kesimlerde ise karla karışık yağmur ve yer yer kar şeklinde olacağı tahmin ediliyor. Düşük sıcaklıklar nedeniyle iç kesimlerin yükseklerinde yerel zirai don riski bulunuyor.