Sweden Faces Prolonged Record-Breaking Cold Spell Into Spring
Sweden endures record low temperatures with cold weather expected to persist through early spring, driven by atmospheric weather patterns.
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Sweden Faces Record-Breaking Cold and Snow in January 2026
Sweden experienced record low temperatures and heavy snowfall in January 2026, with Pajala seeing its coldest stretch since 1940 and Uppsala its wettest January in 300 years, while storm Anna battered the south.
Swedish Winters Shrink as Climate Change Drives Record Low Snowfall
SMHI data shows Swedish winters are now half as long with drastically reduced snow cover, especially in southern cities, confirming climate-driven milder winters.