Finland is currently experiencing a spell of cold weather with temperatures dropping significantly during the morning hours. According to forecaster Sara Salonen from Foreca, the afternoons are expected to see a slight rise in temperature, although it will remain chilly throughout much of the country. From Wednesday to Friday, conditions will be mostly dry with only sporadic light snowfall predicted in various areas. Morning temperatures are forecasted to be between -7 to -10 degrees Celsius, with even colder conditions in Central and Northern Lapland, where temperatures could approach -20 degrees.

Salonen further explains that there will not be any major changes in the weather leading into Thursday or Friday. Eastern Finland may experience a low-pressure area on Friday, which could bring with it more significant snowfall. However, outside of that, the rest of Finland will see fluctuating cloud cover with some sunny spells. As the weekend arrives, milder air is expected to move into Finland, bringing along some light snowfall.

Notably, Saturday will mark a noticeable shift in weather patterns, with forecasted temperatures possibly rising above zero in Southwestern Finland. This change is anticipated as warmer air begins to filter into the region, suggesting a transition from the severe cold that has characterized the earlier part of the week, which could provide a brief respite for residents from the frigid conditions.