Strong Winds and Cold Snap Sweep Across Poland

Learner News | 03/11/2024

Today’s Polish Learner News takes a look at the blustery conditions in the north and the frosty nights in the south. Discover the regions most affected and how to prepare for the changing weather.

Strong Winds and Cold Snap Sweep Across Poland

The news in Polish

W listopadzie w Polsce jest wietrznie1 i zimno. IMGW ostrzega2 przed silnym wiatrem, szczególnie3 na północy. Nocą temperatura4 spada do -6°C na południu5 , nad morzem do 3°C. W dzień 4-10°C. Będzie sucho, ale możliwe6 krótkie deszcze na północy. Uwaga na wiatr i mgły.

  1. wietrzny
    odnoszący się do warunków, gdy wieje wiatr ↩︎
  2. ostrzegać
    informować o zagrożeniu lub niebezpieczeństwie ↩︎
  3. szczególny
    w sposób zwracający większą uwagę; w szczególności ↩︎
  4. temperatura (f.)
    wielkość fizyczna określająca stopień ciepła danego ciała ↩︎
  5. południe (n.)
    kierunek geograficzny przeciwny do północy ↩︎
  6. możliwy
    coś, co może się zdarzyć lub być zrobione ↩︎

Translation

In November, Poland is windy and cold. The IMGW warns about strong winds, especially in the north. At night, temperatures drop to -6°C in the south and up to 3°C by the sea. Daytime temperatures range from 4 to 10°C. It will be dry, but there may be brief showers in the north. Be cautious of wind and fog.

Text Comprehension

Question: Where in Poland can the wind reach 85-95 km/h?

On the north of Poland.

Question: What is the temperature during the night on the southern part of Poland?

It drops to -6°C.

Vocabulary

PolishEnglish
wietrznywindy
instytut (m.)institute
meteorologia (f.)meteorology
osiągnąćreach
wybrzeże (n.)coast
mgła (f.)fog

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The chilly conditions have set in after a notably mild start to the month, as Saturday saw temperatures remain relatively pleasant across most of the country. However, the situation is changing, with nighttime temperatures expected to drop significantly, especially in the southern regions, where lows could reach -6°C, compared to milder conditions on the coast with lows around 3°C.

Sunday’s forecast indicates a continuation of these colder patterns, with daytime temperatures ranging from 4°C in the mountainous Podhale region to 10°C on the western border and along the seaside. The winds will predominantly blow from the south-west and west, maintaining their strength, particularly on the coast, where gusts are anticipated to peak.

Strong Winds and Cold Snap Sweep Across Poland
Strong Winds and Cold Snap Sweep Across Poland

Despite the wind, the weather remains dry across most of the country. The northern regions may experience brief showers, while the rest of Poland will enjoy drier conditions, although accompanied by morning fog in some areas, reducing visibility to as little as 300 meters in some cases.

As Sunday night ushers in slightly more cloud cover, temperatures will remain chilly, leading to some light frost on the ground, particularly in areas approaching the mountains. Meanwhile, gusty conditions are expected to persist, notably along the coastal areas.

The early days of November also bring the potential for rain and drizzle as the air pressure gradually falls. Areas like the Tatra Mountains might experience wind speeds escalating to 60 km/h. Residents are advised to stay informed through reliable sources and consider safety precautions, especially when traveling in severely affected regions.

Info: “Polish Learner News” is a service from “Let’s Learn Polish,” a language school dedicated to teaching Polish. We offer various online courses designed to learn Polish effectively, catering to a range of learning styles and needs.


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