According to weather service Foreca, southern Finland experienced its coldest night of the winter, with temperatures reaching alarming lows. In Vihti, the temperature plummeted to a chilling -32.8 degrees Celsius, while Lappeenranta recorded -32.6 degrees Celsius. Despite these severe figures, they did not surpass the record low of -33.6 degrees that was measured at Lake Kevojärvi in Utsjoki.

Foreca warned that similar frigid conditions could persist into the following night, particularly in southern and eastern regions, where temperatures might dip to -30 degrees Celsius again. This ongoing cold snap highlights the severe winter conditions affecting various parts of Finland at this time of year, raising concerns for local communities regarding the impact of such extreme temperatures on daily life and infrastructure.

The implications of these severe weather conditions are critical; residents are urged to take precautions against frostbite and hypothermia. Additionally, the frigid temperatures could affect heating systems and transportation networks, creating potential hazards for travel and emergency services throughout the impacted areas.