Wednesday locally strong wind gusts 27-33 m/s are expected from southwest, and storm 10, risk of violent storm 11, on the coast. The wind will increase first in the Lofoten area.
Area
Applies to Most parts of Northern-Norway.
Instructions
Secure loose objects. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.
Consequences
Loose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Bridges may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel times. The power supply may be impacted, due to tree(s) falling over. Some roads may be closed due to trees or other objects in the road. High waves may cause damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone. The strong wind may cause locally high waves in fjords and lakes.
Timeline
- Wednesday, 8 February 03:00 - wind increases
- Thursday, 9 February 01:00 - wind wanes
On Wednesday we expect considerable avalanche danger for region Sør-Troms. Avalanche problem is persistent weak layer (slab avalanches) and wet snow (loose snow avalanches).
Area
Applies to Sør-Troms.
Instructions
Travelling in avalanche terrain requires advanced knowledge, experience in route finding and ability to identify the avalanche problem. Generally, it is recommended to avoid avalanche terrain. Avalanches may hit some avalanche-exposed roads and occasionally settlements.
Danger levels
Green: danger level 1 - low avalanche danger (not shown on Yr)Yellow: danger level 2 - moderate avalanche danger (not shown on Yr)Orange: danger level 3 - considerable avalanche dangerRed: danger level 4 - high avalanche dangerRed: danger level 5 - very high avalanche dangerRead more about the severity levels at hjelp.yr.no
| Time | Weather | Temp. | Precip. mm | Wind(gust) m/s | Wind desc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2° | 0 | 5 m/s from south west with gusts at 12 m/s | Gentle breeze from south west with gusts at 12 m/s | |
 | 2° | 0 to 0.3 | 5 m/s from south with gusts at 10 m/s | Gentle breeze from south with gusts at 10 m/s | |
 | 3° | 0 to 0.6 | 5 m/s from south west with gusts at 13 m/s | Gentle breeze from south west with gusts at 13 m/s | |
| 3° | 0 to 0.2 | 8 m/s from south west with gusts at 14 m/s | Fresh breeze from south west with gusts at 14 m/s | |
 | 4° | 0 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | |
| 4° | 0 | 11 m/s from south west with gusts at 24 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 24 m/s | |
| 3° | 0 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 20 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 20 m/s | |
| 3° | 0 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
| 3° | 0 to 0.4 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | |
| 4° | 0 to 0.5 | 11 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
| 4° | 0 to 0.5 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
 | 4° | 0 to 0.8 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
| 5° | 0 to 2.2 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.1 to 1.5 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 24 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 24 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.1 to 1.8 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.1 to 1.9 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 23 m/s | |
| 4° | 0.1 to 2 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | |
| 4° | 0.1 to 2.6 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | |
| 4° | 0.1 to 2.6 | 13 m/s from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | |
| 4° | 0.1 to 2.7 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 22 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.1 to 3.1 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.1 to 2.1 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 21 m/s | |
| 5° | 0.2 to 2.5 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 20 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 20 m/s | |
| 4° | 0.3 to 2.9 | 12 m/s from south west with gusts at 20 m/s | Strong breeze from south west with gusts at 20 m/s |