Next week (from June 29) severe heat is predicted in Ukraine, so train travel will become less comfortable. Passengers of Ukrzaliznytsia (UZ) can find out in advance whether air-conditioned tickets are available for their trip - they will be marked with a blue “snowflake” when booking.. However, even the air conditioning in the carriage does not guarantee a comfortable temperature during the journey, especially in sections with slow train movement..

UZ was reminded of this. They urged passengers to take weather conditions into account when planning their trips and prepare for travel in advance..

Before purchasing a ticket, passengers are advised to pay attention to the marks in the application or on the carrier’s website. If next to the car number there is an icon with a blue snowflake (? ) – it is equipped with an air conditioning system. A crossed out “snowflake” means that the carriage is not structurally equipped with air conditioning.

On the Ukrzaliznytsia website it looks like this:.

In the application for purchasing train tickets, the mark looks like this:.

This marker allows you to assess in advance the level of comfort during the trip, especially during peak temperatures. However, it does not guarantee that passengers will be cool all the time during the trip..

Ukrzaliznytsia explains that the cooling efficiency depends on the train's traffic conditions. Air conditioning systems work best after reaching speeds above 40 km/h. In fact, the air conditioners start about 20 minutes after the train departs.

In addition, at air temperatures above +30°C, cooling occurs gradually. Therefore, the level of comfort in the carriage may decrease. Less efficient operation of systems is possible:.

Among such routes are directions to Rakhiv, Solotvyno, Chop and Uzhgorod. As well as international flights, in particular:.

It is separately noted that the microclimate in the cars is also affected by border and customs control areas. There trains move slower or stop altogether.

Even in air-conditioned carriages, passengers are advised to take with them a basic set of things that will help reduce discomfort on the way:.

It is especially recommended that people with chronic diseases or hypersensitivity to heat consult a doctor in advance regarding the necessary medications while traveling..

UZ also changed the schedule of one of the most important international trains - " It now runs daily and will also depart in the opposite direction at other times..