A recent monthly weather forecast suggests that outdoor winter enthusiasts can expect good news for February and early March. According to the forecaster Foreca, there are no predictions for slushy days, indicating that the winter conditions should remain pleasant throughout this period. The long-term forecast does not detail the exact weather for each day but conveys a clear picture that the winter holiday weeks are unlikely to experience lengthy warm spells.

Next week marks the first winter holiday week for schools, particularly affecting students in the Helsinki metropolitan area, Pori, and Turku. The forecast indicates that the weather will be significantly colder than usual across the country during this time. While there will be mostly fair weather, and partly sunny conditions are expected, the latter part of the week might see a shift in weather patterns as high pressure diminishes, leading to an increase in cloud cover and a higher likelihood of snowfall.

As the winter holidays kick off for three weeks starting next week, many families are gearing up for winter sports and outdoor activities. However, they should be prepared for the frigid temperatures, with the possibility of much lower temperatures than normal, setting the stage for a classic Finnish winter experience. The indications of less precipitation also suggest that those looking forward to outdoor activities can expect good conditions for skiing and other winter sports, despite the low temperatures.