30.10.2025 15:10
As our country experiences interruptions due to water shortages in many cities, all eyes are on the snow that will fall during the winter season. Climate Scientist Dr. Okan Bozyurt expressed optimism regarding the winter precipitation, stating, "We expect heavy snowfall in the Marmara, Black Sea, northern Central Anatolia, the Lakes Region, and Eastern Anatolia. There is a high likelihood that the snow cover will remain on the ground for a longer period compared to previous years."
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As Turkey prepares for the new winter season, Climate Scientist Dr. Okan Bozyurt from Afyon Kocatepe University shared striking predictions for the winter of 2025-2026 through his YouTube channel.
"THIS WINTER MARKS A LONG-AWAITED TURNAROUND"
Bozyurt stated that the climate system has become increasingly chaotic in recent years, making predictions more difficult, while expressing that the current models provide positive signals for Turkey. He emphasized that there has not been a strong and widespread winter in the country since 2016, recalling that only the 2021-2022 period had some snowfall, and pointed out that this winter could indicate a long-awaited turnaround.
"LA NINA IS AN IMPORTANT OPPORTUNITY FOR TURKEY"
Bozyurt said, "The world is currently under weak La Nina conditions. This is an important opportunity for Turkey. Unlike El Nino, we can say that winters in the Eastern Mediterranean basin, where Turkey is located, are generally both cold and rainy, especially when La Nina is weak. In weak La Nina years, winters in Turkey are cold and rainy. This is a great advantage for regions that have been struggling with drought for a long time."
"WE EXPECT INTENSE SNOWFALL BETWEEN DECEMBER 20 AND JANUARY 20"
Providing dates for snowfall, Bozyurt stated, "Reservoir levels have dropped to critical levels. This winter, the likelihood of precipitation being above seasonal norms looks strong. Models particularly indicate the period between December 20, 2025, and January 20, 2026. During this period, strong cold air systems may move into Turkey's northern, central, and western regions. We expect heavy snowfall in Marmara, the Black Sea, northern Central Anatolia, the Lakes Region, and Eastern Anatolia. The likelihood of snow cover remaining on the ground for a longer period compared to previous years is high," he said.
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