SMHI
Milder weather approaching southern Sweden
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After a long cold spell, warmer temperatures and precipitation are expected in southern Sweden over the weekend. SMHI warns of risks such as slippery roads and frostbite in the north. Meteorologists note a shift from high pressure to low pressure.
Following its arrival in southern Sweden last week, meteorological spring has now reached most of Uppsala county, with temperatures up to 10 degrees expected on Thursday according to SMHI. Spring is confirmed except along the Uppland coast, where winter lingers. Meteorologist Marcus Sjöstedt notes the unusually quick shift required seven consecutive days of above-zero average temperatures after February 15.
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February 2023 was an unusually cold month in several Dalarna municipalities with SMHI weather stations. Daily average temperatures in Avesta, Borlänge, and Mora were below the historical average for most days. In Avesta, the average temperature was −7.4°C, nearly four degrees colder than normal.
Sweden, Denmark, and Norway have created a common list of names for severe weather events effective from January 1, 2026. Names such as Anna, Miriam, and Noah will help provide clearer warnings to the public. The list was drawn up by lottery to ensure they are easy to pronounce in all three countries.
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Large parts of Sweden have seen less than five hours of sunlight so far in December, according to preliminary SMHI figures. Stockholm and several other places have it particularly dark with under one hour of sunshine. Meteorologist Linus Falk describes it as generally low figures due to low pressure and clouds.