Unstable weather conditions characterized by heavy precipitation and strong winds continue across Azerbaijan. According to the National Hydrometeorological Service, as of 2:00 p.m. on February 10, various regions are experiencing significant snowfall and rainfall, accompanied by intensified north-westerly winds.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that snow is currently falling in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, as well as in Dashkasan, Shirvan, Gadabay, Goygol, Kalbajar, Lachin, Qubadli, Khankendi, Imishli, Hajigabul, Sabirabad, Qax (Saribash), Sheki (Kishchay), Salyan, Shamakhi, Gobustan, Khizi, Guba, Gusar, Khaltan, Shabran, Neftchala, Beylagan, Gabala, Shahdag, and Yardimli. Meanwhile, rain has been recorded in Tartar, Mingachevir, Yevlakh, Goychay, Zardab, Kurdamir, Aghdam, Lerik, Lankaran, Astara, Ganja, Naftalan, Shamkir, Nakhchivan, Sharur, Shahbuz, Ordubad, Sadarak, Khojaly, Fuzuli, Aghjabadi, Goranboy, Oguz, and Barda.
The National Hydrometeorological Service noted that the snow depth has reached 37 cm in Shahbuz, 25 cm in Qax (Saribash), and 6 cm in Griz. In the capital, Baku, and the Absheron Peninsula, north-westerly winds have reached speeds of up to 27 m/s, while gusts in Shirvan and Salyan have hit 21 m/s and 18 m/s, respectively. Visibility has been reduced to 500 meters in several regions, including Shamakhi, Guba, and Lankaran, due to dense fog.
Such weather patterns are typical for the winter season in the Caucasus region, where mountainous terrain often leads to sharp contrasts in precipitation types. The National Hydrometeorological Service of Azerbaijan regularly monitors these atmospheric changes to provide timely warnings for transport and infrastructure sectors. Residents in affected areas are advised to exercise caution, particularly on mountain passes where visibility and road conditions may be compromised by snow and fog.
