The Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI) has issued a nationwide warning for light ice formation expected from Friday afternoon to Saturday noon, as warmer air is set to move over Denmark. This change follows weeks of frigid temperatures, with local readings reaching between 10 and 15 degrees below freezing on Thursday morning. The warning indicates that while precipitation will initially fall as snow, it will transition to sleet and then rain as temperatures rise, leading to conditions conducive to ice formation.

Light ice formation occurs when supercooled rain hits surfaces like roads and sidewalks, freezing instantly and creating hazardous conditions. Meteorologist Ida Petersen commented on the expected transition in weather conditions, emphasizing the potential dangers of ice formation in the upcoming days. The prediction suggests that some areas may see temperature changes of up to 20 degrees, providing a stark contrast to the recent chilling weather.

The forecast indicates that by Sunday, temperatures are expected to hover between 3 and 8 degrees Celsius throughout the day, representing a significant shift from the harsh cold experienced earlier in the week. This change not only affects daily life and travel conditions but also poses questions about the overall climate trends in the region as such fluctuations become more common during this time of year.