Severe Winter Weather Continues as Snowstorm Hits Southern Sweden and Disrupts Stockholm Subway

Sweden remains gripped by persistent cold weather with no relief in sight, as a significant snowstorm is expected to hit southern regions, exacerbating already challenging conditions. According to meteorologist Lasse Rydqvist from Klart, southern Sweden, particularly Götaland and Svealand, could receive several decimeters of snow, with temperatures continuing to stay well below normal. In the northern town of Älvdalen, the coldest morning since 2012 was recorded, plunging to minus 30.1 degrees Celsius, while much of the country has seen temperatures 1 to 10 degrees below average for January and early February. There is even the potential for a nationwide “ice day,” where temperatures stay below zero for a full 24 hours across all weather stations in Sweden.

These severe winter conditions have directly affected transportation, with major disruptions reported in Stockholm’s subway system on February 9, 2026. A rail break at Gullmarsplan caused significant delays and overcrowding on the green line, impacting lines 17, 18, and 19. Helene Jakobsson from SL’s press office noted that delays of 10 to 15 minutes occurred and that shuttle trains were temporarily running between key stations to manage passenger flow. The congestion at Gullmarsplan became so severe that security guards were brought in to assist, with SL representative Natalie Nordenswan describing the morning commute as difficult for many travelers. Normal subway operations were anticipated to resume around 9 AM.

The prolonged cold and snowfall, combined with transportation challenges, underscore the severe impact of winter weather on daily life in Sweden. The high-pressure system over the Baltic is moving east, allowing a low-pressure system to intensify snowfall in the south. Weather experts warn that these harsh conditions may continue throughout February and possibly into March, suggesting that residents and commuters should prepare for ongoing disruptions and cold temperatures in the weeks ahead.