The Ankara Governor’s Office has issued a warning regarding strong winds and short-term storms anticipated to affect the entire province starting tomorrow morning. According to the latest data received from the General Directorate of Meteorology’s Analysis and Forecast Center, winds are expected to blow from the south and southwest at speeds of 40-60 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 70 km/h, especially in higher elevations.
Potential Disruptions and Safety Measures
The statement from the Governor’s Office highlighted the need for caution and preventive measures against possible negative consequences such as disruptions in transportation, roof collapses, and carbon monoxide poisoning caused by stoves and natural gas heaters. Citizens are particularly urged to be vigilant during the hours when the storm is active, prioritizing their safety and property.
This warning comes amidst a period of varied weather conditions across Turkey. While some regions have experienced unusually warm temperatures, others have seen significant rainfall and even snow. The General Directorate of Meteorology continues to monitor weather patterns closely and issue timely warnings to the public. For instance, in late December 2025, the Ankara province was warned about widespread icing and frost, especially during night and morning hours, with fog and mist also expected due to decreasing temperatures after a rainy spell. [ankara.gov.tr](https://www.ankara.gov.tr/meteorolojik-uyari301225)
Recent Weather Events Across Turkey
Recent reports from December 2025 indicate severe weather conditions in various parts of Turkey. Strong rainfall and storms were forecasted for many cities, with heavy snowfall impacting eastern provinces like Ardahan, Kars, Ağrı, Van, Hakkari, Bitlis, and Erzurum. Coastal areas such as Düzce, Zonguldak, and Bartın were under a yellow code warning for heavy rainfall. [hurriyet.com.tr](https://www.hurriyet.com.tr/gundem/live-meteorolojiden-kuvvetli-saganak-ve-firtina-uyarisi-hava-sicakligi-sert-dusuyor-kar-yagisi-basladi-bircok-kent-yogun-kara-teslim-oldu-43046489)
In early December, heavy snowfall led to the closure of 8 village roads in Muş’s Varto district, with teams working to clear the routes. Similarly, in Van’s Başkale district, 11 residential areas had their roads closed due to heavy snow. [hurriyet.com.tr](https://www.hurriyet.com.tr/gundem/live-meteorolojiden-kuvvetli-saganak-ve-firtina-uyarisi-hava-sicakligi-sert-dusuyor-kar-yagisi-basladi-bircok-kent-yogun-kara-teslim-oldu-43046489) Hakkari also experienced significant snowfall, with depths reaching 10 centimeters and visibility dropping to 20 meters, affecting 13 villages and 30 hamlets in Yüksekova, Şemdinli, Çukurca, and Derecik districts. [hurriyet.com.tr](https://www.hurriyet.com.tr/gundem/live-meteorolojiden-kuvvetli-saganak-ve-firtina-uyarisi-hava-sicakligi-sert-dusuyor-kar-yagisi-basladi-bircok-kent-yogun-kara-teslim-oldu-43046489)
Summer Heat Records
Looking back, August 2025 was recorded as the fourth hottest August in Turkey in the last 55 years, with an average temperature of 26.5 degrees Celsius, 1.4 degrees above the 1991-2020 average. [aa.com.tr](https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/yasam/son-55-yilin-en-sicak-4uncu-agustos-ayi-yasandi/3684478) This trend of rising temperatures highlights the increasing importance of meteorological warnings and public preparedness for extreme weather events.
The Ankara Governor’s Office’s latest warning serves as a crucial reminder for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being during the upcoming strong winds and potential storms.
Source: [trthaber.com](https://www.trthaber.com/haber/turkiye/ankara-valiliginden-kuvvetli-ruzgar-ve-firtina-uyarisi-930850.html), [ankara.gov.tr](https://www.ankara.gov.tr/meteorolojik-uyari301225), [hurriyet.com.tr](https://www.hurriyet.com.tr/gundem/live-meteorolojiden-kuvvetli-saganak-ve-firtina-uyarisi-hava-sicakligi-sert-dusuyor-kar-yagisi-basladi-bircok-kent-yogun-kara-teslim-oldu-43046489), [aa.com.tr](https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/yasam/son-55-yilin-en-sicak-4uncu-agustos-ayi-yasandi/3684478)
