The weather forecast for Finland indicates persistent cold temperatures and dry conditions as the country approaches the winter holidays. According to Yle's meteorologist Aleksi Lohtander, a weak high-pressure system is influencing the weather, resulting in snowfall in southern regions on Wednesday, with a chance of light snow continuing into Thursday. However, by the end of the week, fair weather is expected nationwide, marking a change from previous predictions of a snowstorm that was anticipated to hit the country this weekend.

Temperatures across Finland are expected to remain significantly below freezing, with southern Finland experiencing temperatures nearly reaching -10 degrees Celsius. In contrast, northern regions could see temperatures plummet to over -20 degrees. Lohtander warns that the upcoming weekend could feel particularly harsh due to both the low temperatures—around -12 degrees in the south alongside a brisk wind—and the potential for a significant wind chill factor.

The alteration in the weather forecast comes as meteorologists had initially predicted a snowstorm to arrive on Sunday; however, recent updates suggest that this storm will bypass Finland to the south. The differing weather predictions underline not only the challenges of long-term forecasts but also highlight the importance of staying aware of changing conditions as the winter season progresses in Finland.