On March 26, Belhydromet welcomed students in grades 10–11 from schools in Minsk studying under geography‑focused programs. The visit was organized to introduce future specialists to the work of the hydrometeorological service and to inspire them to pursue a career in their chosen field. The meeting began with a presentation by Georgy Kamlyuk , a leading meteorological engineer from the Service for Meteorological and Climate Monitoring, Database. He outlined the history of the hydrometeorological service, emphasizing its importance for the country and its contribution to ensuring the safety and well‑being of citizens. After the theoretical part, the students visited the automatic meteorological site. There, they were introduced to meteorological instruments and learned how they help collect accurate data on atmospheric conditions. Another engaging part of the tour was led by Marina Luksha , Deputy Head of the Weather Forecasting Service. She explained to the students how weather forecasts are made: from the collection of primary data to the final forecast that the country’s residents see. The students learned about modern forecasting technologies and methods, as well as the importance of accuracy and timeliness in the work of forecasters. The visit concluded with a round‑table discussion with the management and leading specialists of Belhydromet. During the conversation, experts shared their professional experience, discussed the key tasks of the service, current challenges, and the future prospects of hydrometeorology. The students had the opportunity to ask questions and receive valuable advice on the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the field. Belhydromet extends its gratitude to the students and teachers for their interest and hopes that such events will become a good tradition, helping to attract talented young people to the field of hydrometeorology.

On March 25, 2026, Belhydromet opened its doors to participants of the educational project “Student for a Week.” The event was part of the project’s 20th anniversary season, which has been running at Belarusian State University (BSU) from March 23 to 27, 2026. On this day, Belhydromet welcomed a group of students majoring in “Nuclear and Radiation Safety” from the International Sakharov Environmental Institute of BSU. One of the key objectives of the visit was to familiarize future specialists with the work of the departments directly responsible for radiation monitoring and meteorological forecasting in the country. During the visit, the students toured the following Belhydromet divisions: - the Radiation Monitoring Service , where participants learned about radiation level control methods, modern instruments, and systems for tracking the radiation situation. Belhydromet specialists demonstrated how data is collected and analyzed and spoke about response measures in the event of any detected anomalies; - the   Short-Term Weather Forecasts, Adverse and Hazardous Phenomena Department  of the Weather Forecasting Service, where students became acquainted with weather forecasting technologies, learned about working with meteorological data, and explored the use of specialized software. They were shown how forecasts are developed and disseminated daily through the media and a mobile application. The visit was an important step in the professional orientation of the students. Future specialists were able to see the inner workings of an institution that could become their future workplace, ask questions to leading experts in hydrometeorology and radiation control, and understand how the theoretical knowledge acquired at university is applied in practice. The students expressed their gratitude to Belhydromet staff for the warm welcome and detailed explanations. Some noted that the event strengthened their interest in the profession and gave them insight into the real-world tasks faced by specialists in radiation safety and meteorology. This event represents another step in strengthening partnerships between Belhydromet and educational institutions. Such meetings contribute to the training of qualified personnel and raise awareness among young people about the importance of work in the fields of ecology, meteorology, and radiation safety. We are pleased to share our experience and knowledge with future professionals!

On March 25, an event dedicated to sanitary cleanup, landscaping, and tidying was held on the territory of Belhydromet. Members of such public organizations as the trade union, the Belarusian Union of Women, and the Belaya Rus public association , took an active part in the initiative. This became a vivid demonstration of unity and care for the environment. Through joint efforts, the Belhydromet team transformed the adjacent area by: - cleaning lawns and flower beds of last year’s leaves and dry branches; - tidying up pedestrian paths. Natalia Alekhnovich , Head of the Facility Maintenance Section, Deputy Chairperson of the Primary Trade Union Organization of Belhydromet, and the event coordinator, emphasized the high level of staff engagement: “Today, everyone contributed to a shared cause. It is gratifying to see how, through collective effort, we are making our grounds not only cleaner but also more welcoming . This is not just about cleanup, it is an expression of care for the place where we spend a significant part of our time,” she commented.  Holding such events has become a good tradition at Belhydromet. These initiatives not only improve the appearance of the grounds but also strengthen team spirit by uniting staff around a common socially meaningful goal.

Today, March 24, the scientific and practical conference "Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow" was held at the headquarters of Belhydromet, timed to coincide with World Meteorological Day. The event brought together leading specialists in the field of hydrometeorology, climatologists, hydrologists, and representatives of related scientific disciplines. The program covered a wide range of topics, from the application of machine learning methods in weather forecasting and the study of intense convective processes to the assessment of climate change, hydrological risks, and adaptation strategies. Opening the conference, Siarhei Khilman , Head of Belhydromet, warmly congratulated his colleagues on the recent professional holiday. He also shared the progress made by Belhydromet specialists in modernizing the observation network and improving forecast information to ensure hydrometeorological safety for citizens, while emphasizing the importance of holding such events. “The theme of our scientific and practical conference is "Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow." This is not merely a slogan proposed by the World Meteorological Organization. It is a profound principle to be embraced: by observing today, we are not only making forecasts, we are protecting the future, the generations to come, and our planet. Belhydromet continuously works to improve forecast information, tailoring its content to the specific needs of users and ensuring it is accessible and comprehensible. However, it is worth noting that only collective efforts will allow us to effectively respond to the challenges posed by climate change. Our scientific and practical conference is a unique opportunity to listen to one another, see the bigger picture, and identify where our efforts can intersect and contribute to a shared outcome. Our meeting is a step toward uniting knowledge and experience.” The conference was particularly enriched by the participation of international specialists, which served as a clear testament to the demand for professional, multifaceted dialogue, including on the Belarusian platform. Among the foreign participants was Aleksandr Sprygin , a representative of the Federal State Budgetary Institution “Research and Production Association “Typhoon” (Russian Federation), who personally visited Belhydromet and delivered a presentation on the study of intense convective processes over the East European Plain. Colleagues from the Federal State Budgetary Institutions “State Hydrological Institute”, Scientific Research Center of Space Hydrometeorology “Planeta”, “All-Russian Research Institute of Hydrometeorological Information – World Data Center”, and “Voeikov Main Geophysical Observatory” joined the event online, with their presentations becoming an integral part of the conference’s robust scientific agenda. The conference’s broad geographic reach was further enhanced by specialists from the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the Republic of Armenia , who presented their reports online. Participation by representatives of Belarusian institutions, such as the Belarusian State University, the Republican Center for Control and Response to Emergency Situations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and the Institute of Nature Management of the National Academy of Sciences , was no less significant, underscoring the interagency nature of the issues discussed. Upon conclusion of the event, all speakers were awarded participation certificates . In the context of global climate change, with extreme phenomena becoming increasingly intense, it is precisely the collaborative efforts of scientists, forecasters, hydrologists, and climatologists that serve as the primary tool for safeguarding the future. The outcomes of the conference “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow” allow us to confidently affirm: weather knows no borders, but it has a steadfast alliance of those who study it.  

This year, the flood will be higher than in recent years. As a result of the analysis of the current hydrometeorological conditions in river basins and the calculations performed, the maximum water levels in the rivers are forecasted to be close to the long-term average values. During the spring flood, flooding of floodplain areas of rivers is expected. Maximum water levels will approach dangerously high marks, at which flooding of coastal areas occurs. The most difficult flood situation is expected in the basins of the Dnieper, Sozh and Pripyat rivers. Weather conditions during the formation of maximum water levels of the spring flood can either complicate the flood situation, in the case of significant precipitation, or, conversely, mitigate it, in the case of positive air temperatures during the day and negative air temperatures at night, as well as a lack of precipitation. Forecasts of maximum water levels during the spring flood will be adjusted with medium-term forecasts if hydrometeorological conditions change. When using the information a reference to Belhydromet is obligatory

The average air temperature in Belarus for February was -7.4°C which is 3.9°C below the climatic norm. The first decade of the month was very cold with an average air temperature in Belarus of -13.0°C which is 8.6°C below the climatic norm. The average air temperature in the second decade was also below the climatic norm by 2.7°C. The third decade was 0.7°C above the norm. During the month an average of 24 mm of precipitation fell across the republic which amounted to 63% of the climatic norm. A significant precipitation deficit was observed throughout all three decades of the month. According to snow survey data along a route in the field on February 28, snow had melted in the southwestern part of the country (the Western Bug basin, locally in the Neman basin and in the upper reaches of the Pripyat). In the rest of Belarus, snow depth ranged from 2 cm to 49 cm, with a snow water equivalent of up to 119 mm. On the territory of the Russian Federation, in the upper reaches of the Western Dvina, the Dnieper and the Sozh rivers, the snow depth ranged from 39 cm to 66 cm, with a snow water equivalent of up to 145 mm. Snow water equivalent exceeded the usual values for this time of year by 120% in the Western Dvina basin, and by 50-100% in the basins of the Viliya, Dnieper, Berezina, Sozh, Pripyat and along most of the Neman. In February, ice cover and ice cover with polynyas persisted almost everywhere on the country's water bodies. In the third decade of February the weather pattern triggered the onset of spring processes on the rivers in the southern and southwestern part of the country, where melting of the ice cover began. By the end of February, ice thickness on water bodies ranged from 10 to 45 cm which is close to the norm. In the first two decades of February, water levels on the rivers were mainly declining. In the third decade, water levels began to rise due to the spring flood on rivers in the southern and southwestern part of the country, while a decline was mainly observed in the rest of the country. The water flow of most rivers was close to the norm, while the water flow of the Neman and the Pripyat was somewhat less than usual for this time of year. When using the information a reference to Belhydromet is obligatory

On March 3, representatives of the Agency for Chemical, Biological, Radiation and Nuclear Safety of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan visited Belhydromet together with the Department for Nuclear and Radiation Safety of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Belarus, as part of an internship organized with the support of the IAEA. During the meeting, the heads of the relevant departments of Belhydromet spoke about the specifics of the functioning of the radiation monitoring system in the Republic of Belarus, the current tasks addressed by the structural units of the radiation monitoring service and Belhydromet's laboratories, as well as the unique measuring equipment of domestic and foreign manufacture, including gamma spectrometers from Canberra, ORTEC, and ATOMTEX. Alla Shaibak , Head of the Department for Operational Data of Radiation Control and Emergency Monitoring, presented the automated radiation monitoring control system. Using the RECASS NT software and hardware complex as an example, it was demonstrated how the spread of contamination in the environment can be modeled in time and space, taking into account meteorological conditions, in the event of nuclear or radiation accidents. Such an exchange of experience is beneficial for both sides and helps to build a reliable radiation safety system for our colleagues abroad and here at home.

It's spring on the calendar, and every day the sun rises higher above the horizon and gets warmer. For example, during the day on March 1, due to the influx of warm air masses and intense heating, thermometers across the country rose to +6…+13°C by midday. As a result, the first day of spring was marked by numerous daily temperature records, which were broken at all observation points in the Vitebsk region, as well as at individual points in the Minsk, Mogilev, Grodno, and Brest regions. The maximum temperature for the day was recorded at the Malorita automatic weather station and the Berezinsky Reserve weather station, reaching +13.3°C. When using the information a reference to Belhydromet is obligatory

On February 23, 2026 , an atmosphere of celebration and unity filled Belhydromet. The Trade Union Committee together with the Department of Ideological Work and International Cooperation, organized an event aimed not only at congratulating the men but also at creating an unforgettable festive spirit. Every male employee received a themed sweet gift, a pleasant symbol of attention and care.   The festive concert filled with a spirit of patriotism and deep respect became a vivid testament to the team's cohesion. The event was opened by the host, Irina Milkevich , Head of the Department of Ideological Work and International Cooperation. She delivered a warm welcome, emphasizing that the Day of Defenders of the Fatherland and the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus is a symbol of courage, dignity, and honor – qualities inherent not only in military personnel but in every true man. " Defender of the Fatherland – these two words are associated with such concepts as courage, dignity and honor. In the context of military service, it is these qualities that sustain the spirit of true fighters," noted Irina Milkevich. Special words of gratitude were addressed to the men – the employees of Belhydromet. The host stressed that their work, which demands precision, composure and decision-making in the face of unpredictable elements, requires no less fortitude than military service. "Your work is important for future generations, and we are proud to be making our country better alongside you," she added. The baton of congratulations was continued by Viktoria Nevodnichaya , Deputy Head of Belhydromet for Ideological Work, with her sincere speech. Her words were imbued with warm wishes for health, strength of spirit, inexhaustible energy, success in achieving professional goals, as well as peace, kindness and prosperity. The festive concert was adorned with vibrant musical performances. Marya Kolysko , a music teacher from Minsk School No. 115, gave the audience a boost of positivity and nostalgia by performing the beloved songs "Katyusha" and "I Will Give." Then, Darya Borisova , a soloist of the vocal group FES MP-3, added lyricism and depth to the event with her rendition of the song "Why." The formal event dedicated to the Day of Defenders of the Fatherland and the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus became a vivid demonstration of the Belhydromet team's unity and their commitment to upholding the best traditions.

Today, on February 20, Belhydromet hosted a Unified Information Day dedicated to the theme: "The Defensive Power of the Belarusian Army and Patriotism in Modern Conditions." The guest speaker was Vadim Alexandrovich Borovik, a deputy of the Minsk City Council of Deputies . His presentation covered the main contemporary challenges. Mr. Borovik analyzed the evolving military-political situation surrounding the Republic of Belarus, emphasizing the growing need to strengthen the country's defense capabilities. Special attention was paid to the role of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Belarus as a reliable guarantor of peace and stability. The speaker noted that the modern Belarusian army is a solid shield, capable of repelling any external threat, and also serves as a foundation for the progressive and sustainable development of the state. The importance of the army in the context of maintaining regional security, which directly affects the well-being of every citizen, was underscored. In conclusion, Vadim Alexandrovich focused on civic duty and patriotism. He reminded the audience that the defense of the Republic of Belarus is not only the task of the army but also a sacred duty of every citizen of the country, calling for unity and readiness to serve their homeland.