Heat up to +43°C is expected in Turkmenistan: thunderstorms and strong winds will follow peak temperatures
14.05.2026 | 20:25 |Hot weather is expected in several regions of Turkmenistan on May 16–17, with temperatures in some areas exceeding +40°C.
On May 16, extreme heat is forecast in parts of the Ahal Region, where temperatures may rise to +40°C and above. On May 17, the highest temperatures are expected in the Lebap and Mary Regions, with daytime highs reaching +38…+43°C.
By the evening of May 17 and during the night into May 18, weather conditions will begin to change due to a northwestern air intrusion: stronger winds are expected, along with possible rain and thunderstorms in some areas.
In Ashgabat, temperatures on May 16 will reach +35…+38°C. By May 17, the heat will start to ease: daytime temperatures are expected to range between +29…+33°C, with noticeably cooler weather by evening and possible showers and thunderstorms.