Extremely low temperatures throughout Norway during winter cause difficulties for residents. In the commune of Oslow, a record low temperature of -31,1 degrees Celsius was recorded on the night from Friday to Saturday.
In the very center of Oslo the temperature dropped "only" to minus 23 degrees Celsius, however, in the north of the commune in Bjornholt, near the famous Holmenkollen ski jump, thermometers showed -31,1 degrees Celsius. The previous cold record in Oslo, recorded in 2011, was minus 28,8 degrees Celsius.
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Record low temperatures in Oslo and difficulties for drivers
Extreme weather conditions create challenges for drivers who have difficulty navigating the roads. Roadside assistance companies report that due to the large number of reports, they are not always able to respond quickly to all cases. Sometimes waiting for help can last up to several hours due to the large number of interventions in a short time.
Serious challenges for travelers
With extremely low temperatures in Norway there are serious challenges for travelers. When traveling in such conditions you should be prepared for potential difficulties on the roads, similar to those that occurred recently in Sweden. There, about a thousand cars were stuck in snowdrifts on the E22 route, standing still for many hours, waiting for help. This situation resulted in many drivers and passengers having to spend the night in their vehicles.
Roadside assistance companies may be struggling
During extreme cold, roadside assistance companies may have difficulty providing quick response due to the high volume of calls. Therefore, travelers must be prepared to wait longer for assistance. It is therefore worth being careful. It is worth planning your trips in advance and being prepared for unforeseen situations to ensure your safety in difficult winter conditions.
Forecasts for next week. Extreme frosts in Norway will subside
Fortunately, it will be a little warmer throughout Norway in the coming week. The forecasts predict a significant difference in temperatures compared to the current ones.
Oslo: -17 degrees, Kristiansand: -14, Bodo: 4 degrees, Tromsø: 1 degree, Karasjok: -5 degrees
This is the meteorologists' forecast for the beginning of next week.
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