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All the latest weather news and essential information from Sweden.
Spring has arrived in Sweden – officially, at least
Spring temperatures have officially arrived at three of Sweden’s weather stations, with the season expected to officially begin in Gothenburg, Stockholm and Malmö in the next few days.
IN PICTURES: Sweden shivers as big freeze hits
Temperatures dropped across Sweden over the weekend, causing massive traffic accidents. Here's what it looked like.
Sweden snowstorm sparks mass pile-ups involving dozens of cars
An intense snowstorm in eastern Sweden on Saturday sparked two massive road accidents involving dozens of vehicles and leaving more than 100 people needing hospital treatment, officials said.
Seven silly signs winter is over in Sweden (and no, we're not there yet...)
We're not entirely convinced spring is here just yet. But when it does arrive in Sweden, there are a few telltale signs that will show you winter is finally over. Keep an eye out for them...
Storm Floriane batters Sweden with gusts of up to 100 km/h
Harsh winds battered large parts of Sweden on Tuesday as Storm Floriane swept in.
What do Sweden's weather warnings actually mean?
Sweden's weather agency issues warnings for potentially dangerous weather, on a three-point scale from yellow to red. But what does the weather alert system mean, and what should you do if there's a warning?
When will the days start getting longer in Sweden again?
Temperatures have dropped, the clocks have gone back, and the nights are long and dark. Here’s when you can start looking forward to longer days in Sweden again.
Blizzard, what blizzard? Temperatures reach double digits in Sweden
As the memory of last week's snowstorm begins to fade, temperatures are set to rise across Sweden.
This old Swedish law means you could be responsible for shovelling snow
The blanket of snow currently covering large parts of Sweden means residents can expect travel delays, difficulties driving and even walking. But for some property owners, it can also mean they are legally required to shovel snow from municipal roads.
Leave your car at home: Snowstorm continues in Skellefteå and other places
No school buses will be running in Skellefteå on Friday, where an orange weather alert is warning of difficult road conditions.
How to prepare for a snowstorm in Sweden
Sometimes, even in Sweden a snowstorm in winter can take you by surprise. That's why it makes sense to plan in advance as much as you can.
Wrap up warm: How to dress for the cold weather in Sweden
Dress warm for the cold season... but how can we do it like the Swedes do? Fear not, here's our handy guide.
Swedish weather agency upgrades weather warning as snowstorm set to continue
Sweden's weather agency SMHI upgraded the less serious yellow weather warning in Skellefteå and coastal areas of Västerbotten to an orange warning on Thursday, as more snow is due throughout the day and overnight into Friday.
Weather alert: Half a metre of snow set to fall in eastern Sweden
Sweden's national weather agency, SMHI, has issued orange and yellow weather warnings for heavy snowfall along the east coast from Stockholm to Sundsvall.
Spate of crashes as big freeze hits Sweden – and it's set to get worse
Several traffic accidents were reported in Sweden on Tuesday as the big freeze hit, with even southern parts of the country expected to get their first snow of the season.
First snow of the season set to fall in southern Sweden
Swedes are urged to keep a close eye on the weather forecast in the week ahead, when snow may fall even in southern parts of the country.
What impact has Storm Jakob had on traffic and power supplies in Sweden?
Strong winds brought by Storm Jakob left more than 12,000 people without power on Friday, and have led to train, bus and ferry services being cancelled.
Warning issued for high winds in Sweden over the weekend
Sweden's state weather forecaster is warning of high winds in central Sweden and the coasts of Southern Sweden over the weekend, with fallen trees and some diruption to transport expected.
November in Sweden: How to get through the gloomiest month of the year
As we approach November, one of the most dreaded months of the year in Sweden, you may be wondering how you're going to get through it. We asked The Local's readers how they cope with the cold and darkness. Here are their answers.
What happened to Hurricane Kirk in Sweden?
Stockholmers had been urged to work from home, but when Hurricane Kirk reached Sweden after making its way across the Atlantic it turned out to be no more than normal autumn weather.
Six keys to understanding autumn in Sweden
The summer is drawing to a close. With that in mind, now is a good time to roll out some common Swedish autumn topics and phrases to help you navigate your way through the darker days.
Sweden's weather agency warns of first major snowfall of the season
Swedish meteorological office SMHI has issued a yellow warning of snow in the far north of Sweden for Monday.
Sweden's far north just had one of its hottest summers on record
New stats from state weather agency SMHI have revealed that, despite rain, wind and low temperatures in some areas, the far north of Sweden saw record-breaking heat this summer.