Weather in the mountains

The weather in the mountains can change quickly and make your trip tougher than you expected. Therefore, it is important to keep track of the latest weather forecast. Also, you can get help from the staff at your accommodation. All mountain stations and most mountain cabins and mountain hotels post local weather forecasts in the reception, and in many cases, you can find the same information on the facility’s website as well.

The wind is one of the natural forces you should pay extra attention to if you are in the mountains during the winter time. Following is an explanation of wind strength and we also give you an idea of how wind speed can affect your planned activities.

1-3 m/s
Light breeze
The wind is barely noticeable.

4-7 m/s
Moderate breeze
It breezes reasonably and feels a bit uncomfortable in cold weather.

8-11 m/s
Fresh breeze
It starts to become challenging to move forward against the wind. Low drifting snow.

11-13 m/s
Fresh breeze
It is very difficult to move forward against the wind. Those not accustomed to mountain conditions should avoid going on a trip.

14-17 m/s
Strong breeze
The wind tugs at your clothes and it is hard to make progress. Visibility of a few hundred meters in drifting snow.

18-24 m/s
Strong breeze
Visibility is nonexistent and it is nearly impossible to move forward on skis even with a tailwind. No one should be in the mountains now.

25-32 m/s
Storm
It is impossible to stay upright. Difficult to survive if an accident occurs.

33 m/s <
Hurricane
Survival is difficult unless immediate shelter is found.

For more information on mountain safety and additional tips, visit Fjällsäkerhetsrådet.se.

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