The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) has issued yellow warnings for snowfall over central and northern Götaland, southwestern and northwestern Svealand, and southernmost Norrland. The warnings are in effect from Thursday morning and for approximately one day ahead.
During the night towards Friday, a yellow warning for snow has also been issued for the coastal areas of southern Norrland.
The bad weather may cause disruptions to the power and telephone networks and in traffic.
"Journey times may become longer due to slippery roads, poor visibility, and snowstorms. Allow for more time for your journey and adjust your speed to the road conditions and visibility", writes SMHI on its website.
"It may be difficult to get through in traffic due to snow on roads, traffic accidents, or stationary vehicles."
The low-pressure system is moving in a northeast direction over the country. The extensive precipitation area may initially bring rain to southern Sweden, but later transition into snowfall in many areas.
Around 10-15 centimeters of snow may fall, locally up to 20 centimeters.
