Norway: Siltanews – News Desk
For those dreaming of a white Christmas in Norway, there could be some disappointment this year.
Many people hope for snowy landscapes and cosy seasonal scenes, but meteorologists are forecasting that large parts of the country may not experience the traditional snowy weather. With just days to go until Christmas Eve the chances of snow seem uncertain, especially in southern and lowland regions. Meteorologists are predicting wet and mild conditions in much of southern Norway, making a white Christmas unlikely.
White Christmas Unlikely on the Coast. Magnus Ovhed, a meteorologist from the Meteorological Institute, noted, “I wouldn’t bet much on a white Christmas, at least not along the coast,” warning that those in the south may be left disappointed. Meteorologist Julie Solsvik Vågane has also stated that regions like southern and western Norway are unlikely to see snow this Christmas. Instead, the north and parts of Trøndelag could be the exceptions.
“It will be green in southern and western Norway,” Vågane told NRK. “In Trøndelag and Oslo areas, there may be some snow, but it will be uncertain due to the mild and rainy weather.”
For western Norway, a white Christmas isn’t expected due to consistent mild weather throughout the year. In Trøndelag, even if snow appears on Christmas Eve, it could melt due to rain and warmer temperatures. Northern Norway, on the other hand, is forecasted to have the best chances for a white Christmas, according to meteorologists.
Ovhed advised those disappointed by the lack of snow to remember that Christmas Eve is a time when many stay indoors, and the short winter days make weather conditions less noticeable. “It doesn’t matter much if it’s white or not,” he said.
Vågane offered some encouragement for those still holding out hope. “If you head into the mountains or inland, there are good chances for a white Christmas,” she explained.
In Oslo, while snow hasn’t fully covered the city centre, there has been enough snow in nearby forests to kick off the cross-country ski season.