In Odesa, the region is currently facing exceptionally harsh cold spells resulting in ice forming on the surface of the Black Sea. Social media and Telegram channels are filled with fresh pictures and videos of the coastline, showcasing ice formations and floating ice chunks.
Witnesses describe the sea as «frozen»: waves are moving more slowly and the impact against the ice is more pronounced. Local residents point out that such occurrences are rare — this winter, the cold is significantly harsher than in previous years. Some Odesans report that the first signs of freezing appeared as early as the morning, and by evening, the ice coverage had noticeably increased.
This morning, city officials indicated that the cold weather would persist throughout the day. The official forecast for Monday, January 19, 2026, predicts cloudy weather with some clearings, without significant precipitation. The wind will be coming from the northeast at 9–14 m/s.
Morning temperatures are expected to be around −8…−10 °C, and during the day, approximately −2…−4 °C. The prolonged subzero temperatures combined with strong winds create conditions for ice formation in the coastal area of the Black Sea.
