What happens?
Friday evening increasing westerly wind which on the bare mountains can become very strong, 18-24 m/s. The wind culminates on Saturday with locally up to storm 25 m/s. Precipitation is also expected at times, both as rain and sleet.
Description of incident
Windy with very strong westerly winds on the bare mountains and also occasional heavy rainfall.
What should I think about?
Do not hike in mountainous areas if you are inexperienced.
It can be difficult to move and set up or anchor tents.
In connection with drifting snow, it can be difficult to orientate due to reduced visibility.
There is a risk of frostbite due to degree below zero or rain.
Comments
In the high mountains, precipitation is expected mostly as snow and larger amounts may fall there.
Where?
Parts of the northern Lapland mountains
When
6 November 18:00 – 9 November 03:00