Finland's recent streak of high-pressure weather will come to an end this weekend as a large area of low pressure moves in from the west, bringing snow. The snow will first affect the northern part of the country, with the Finnish Meteorological Institute warning that the wintry weather will disrupt both incoming and outgoing travel during the winter holidays. The snow may also make conditions slippery for pedestrians,

In southern coastal regions, temperatures are expected to rise around freezing, while in Lapland, snow amounts are forecasted to be light. However, the blowing cold snow could worsen driving conditions, especially late Saturday night into Sunday morning. Central Finland will see temperatures ranging from -5 to -15 degrees Celsius, while the north remains colder, primarily fluctuating between -10 and -20 degrees Celsius, and clear nights may lead to even lower temperatures.

As the temperatures rise on Saturday, snowfall will occur across various regions, particularly in southern Finland. Snow accumulations are predicted, but the degree of impact on traffic and pedestrian activities will depend on how much snow falls in each region. Authorities are urging caution with increased snow and lower temperatures as the holidays approach, emphasizing the need for preparedness during this weather transition.