Feb 22 • 03:51 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

Warning Map Turns Brown: Driving Conditions Extremely Poor in Some Areas

Finnish meteorological authorities have issued multiple warnings concerning extremely poor driving conditions due to snowfall and blowing snow across various regions.

Weather warnings in Finland indicate that driving conditions are particularly hazardous on Sunday due to snowfall and blowing snow. The Finnish Meteorological Institute has highlighted regions, particularly in eastern Finland and areas like Uusimaa, Päijät-Häme, and Kymenlaakso, where the risk of accidents is significant. Drivers are advised to exercise extreme caution as there may be considerable disruptions in traffic throughout the day.

In the eastern parts of Finland, heavy snowfall is expected in the morning, impacting regions such as North Ostrobothnia and Kainuu. However, meteorologists predict that by the afternoon, the weather will begin to clear, bringing a respite from the harsh conditions. The temperatures for the day are expected to range between -1 to -7 degrees Celsius, further challenging driving conditions.

As a high-pressure system approaches from the west, drier weather conditions should start to move toward eastern Finland. This change is anticipated to improve travel conditions somewhat later in the day, but the warnings underscore the importance of caution when driving during inclement weather in affected areas.

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