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Cold Records Tumble as Big Freeze Grips Norway
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January 7, 2024 by Life in Norway
The coldest ever temperature recorded in Oslo was among the records broken
over the last few days. Read on for the full story of the January 2024 big
freeze.
Well it's been quite the chilly week, hasn't it? After temperatures
plummeted in the weeks before Christmas, Norway has suffered from another
cold snap just days into the New Year. This time, temperatures plunged
even further.
For the first time in recorded history, the thermometer in Oslo dipped
below -30°C, while 15 other cold records were set across Eastern Norway.
Meteorologists attribute the cold snap to a mass of Arctic air sweeping
across the region. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly in the
coming days.
A New Record Low Temperature in Oslo
The cold has caused considerable disruption, with reports of frozen pipes
and pipe bursts, particularly in the Oslo area. Here, new record low
temperatures were set over the past few days.
Bjørnholt in Nordmarka, north of Oslo's Holmenkollen, recorded a new
record low of -31.1°C. Temperatures of well below -20°C were recorded in
built-up areas.
https://www.lifeinnorway.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/oslo-opera-house-
freezing-winter-768x512.jpg
Oslo Opera House in the winter.
Public transportation systems, including trains, have faced significant
challenges due to the freezing conditions. At least 18 train lines were
affected.
The phenomenon of ‘frostrøyk' or ‘frost smoke' was observed on Oslo's
waterfront, adding an unusual visual spectacle to the chilly conditions.
Responding to the crisis, Oslo's central train station opened its doors as
an emergency shelter for the homeless. City shelters and organisations
have expanded their capacity to provide refuge from the cold.
Insurance companies are dealing with a surge in related claims. Power
outages have also been reported, notably near Oslo's Gardermoen Airport,
impacting thousands.
Elsewhere in Norway
The weather system brought huge amounts of snow to southern Norway,
causing cities such as Kristiansund to grind to a halt. Some schools in
the southern coastal region were forced to close for safety reasons and
then because of heating system problems.
Ski resorts including Hemsedal were among the businesses to close. It was
too cold to run ski lifts and management were concerned for the safety of
visitors.
The people of Finnmark in Norway's far north are no strangers to coldest
weather. Generally speaking, it's the coldest part of Norway. But even
Kautokeino experienced the coldest temperatures since the year 2000 a few
days ago.
Temperatures dropped below -43°C in Økseidet, and lower temperatures were
recorded in some valleys outside Kautokeino's centre. One farmer reported
a temperature of -49°C.
It’s Not Over Yet
Roads are largely cleared of snow, yet they remain slippery and driving
conditions are treacherous.
Authorities continue to advise those embarking on car journeys to carry
essential items like food, hot beverages, and ample warm clothing in their
vehicles, preparing for potential unforeseen delays.
According to state meteorologists, the spell of unusually frigid
temperatures is expected to persist into this week, for the southern half
of Norway at least.
In fact, we may see unusually big temperature differences between Oslo and
Northern Norway. Temperatures in Kautokeino and Bodø are expected to be as
much as 20 degrees higher than the Norwegian capital, almost unheard of in
the winter.
Impact Across Scandinavia
The impact of the cold snap extends beyond Norway. Neighboring
Scandinavian countries are experiencing similar conditions, with
temperatures in Swedish Lapland plummeting to -43.6°C, the lowest in 25
years.
Denmark has been hit by strong winds and snow, prompting police warnings
against non-essential travel. In the Arctic region of Finland, the coldest
January temperature since 2006 was recorded.
The cold wave has also reached western Russia, with Moscow recording
temperatures around -30°C, far below the usual for this time of year.
https://www.lifeinnorway.net/cold-records-tumble-as-big-freeze-grips-
norway/
The coldest ever temperature recorded in Oslo was among the records broken
over the last few days. Read on for the full story of the January 2024 big
freeze.
Well it's been quite the chilly week, hasn't it? After temperatures
plummeted in the weeks before Christmas, Norway has suffered from another
cold snap just days into the New Year. This time, temperatures plunged
even further.
For the first time in recorded history, the thermometer in Oslo dipped
below -30°C, while 15 other cold records were set across Eastern Norway.
Meteorologists attribute the cold snap to a mass of Arctic air sweeping
across the region. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly in the
coming days.
A New Record Low Temperature in Oslo
The cold has caused considerable disruption, with reports of frozen pipes
and pipe bursts, particularly in the Oslo area. Here, new record low
temperatures were set over the past few days.
Bjørnholt in Nordmarka, north of Oslo's Holmenkollen, recorded a new
record low of -31.1°C. Temperatures of well below -20°C were recorded in
built-up areas.
https://www.lifeinnorway.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/oslo-opera-house-
freezing-winter-768x512.jpg
Oslo Opera House in the winter.
Public transportation systems, including trains, have faced significant
challenges due to the freezing conditions. At least 18 train lines were
affected.
The phenomenon of ‘frostrøyk' or ‘frost smoke' was observed on Oslo's
waterfront, adding an unusual visual spectacle to the chilly conditions.
Responding to the crisis, Oslo's central train station opened its doors as
an emergency shelter for the homeless. City shelters and organisations
have expanded their capacity to provide refuge from the cold.
Insurance companies are dealing with a surge in related claims. Power
outages have also been reported, notably near Oslo's Gardermoen Airport,
impacting thousands.
Elsewhere in Norway
The weather system brought huge amounts of snow to southern Norway,
causing cities such as Kristiansund to grind to a halt. Some schools in
the southern coastal region were forced to close for safety reasons and
then because of heating system problems.
Ski resorts including Hemsedal were among the businesses to close. It was
too cold to run ski lifts and management were concerned for the safety of
visitors.
The people of Finnmark in Norway's far north are no strangers to coldest
weather. Generally speaking, it's the coldest part of Norway. But even
Kautokeino experienced the coldest temperatures since the year 2000 a few
days ago.
Temperatures dropped below -43°C in Økseidet, and lower temperatures were
recorded in some valleys outside Kautokeino's centre. One farmer reported
a temperature of -49°C.
It’s Not Over Yet
Roads are largely cleared of snow, yet they remain slippery and driving
conditions are treacherous.
Authorities continue to advise those embarking on car journeys to carry
essential items like food, hot beverages, and ample warm clothing in their
vehicles, preparing for potential unforeseen delays.
According to state meteorologists, the spell of unusually frigid
temperatures is expected to persist into this week, for the southern half
of Norway at least.
In fact, we may see unusually big temperature differences between Oslo and
Northern Norway. Temperatures in Kautokeino and Bodø are expected to be as
much as 20 degrees higher than the Norwegian capital, almost unheard of in
the winter.
Impact Across Scandinavia
The impact of the cold snap extends beyond Norway. Neighboring
Scandinavian countries are experiencing similar conditions, with
temperatures in Swedish Lapland plummeting to -43.6°C, the lowest in 25
years.
Denmark has been hit by strong winds and snow, prompting police warnings
against non-essential travel. In the Arctic region of Finland, the coldest
January temperature since 2006 was recorded.
The cold wave has also reached western Russia, with Moscow recording
temperatures around -30°C, far below the usual for this time of year.
https://www.lifeinnorway.net/cold-records-tumble-as-big-freeze-grips-
norway/
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