May 28, 2012
"There is no bad weather, just bad clothes," say the Swedes. Here's the Swedish weather forecast for everyone else. For weather-related articles, click here.
Using the weather map
Swedes were enjoying a real taste of summer heat on Friday with thermometers indicated record highs in some areas of the country, with more of the same promised over the weekend. READ (12 COMMENTS) »
An 84-year-old Swedish woman enjoying the warm sunshine on her balcony, unexpectedly fell through the seat and remained stuck for nearly 48-hours before she was rescued by anxious friends. READ (5 COMMENTS) »
Frost, cold and heavy snow falls surprised many on Saturday, but April showers are about to give way to warmer weather – with temperatures up to 20 degrees Celsius expected for the week ahead. READ (6 COMMENTS) »
Swedish forecasters are warning that winter is making another appearance in Sweden over the next few days, and have issued warnings for slippery roads and harsh winds. READ (1 COMMENT) »
Heavy snowfalls in central Sweden have left swathes of the Stockholm area without electricity and caused major problems for public transport and road users on Saturday. READ (6 COMMENTS) »
After a chilly Easter marked by occasional snow flurries, Sweden looks set for more clement weather later this week. READ (6 COMMENTS) »
Motorists are being advised to take extra care on the roads this Good Friday, as a mixture of snow and rain in southern and central Sweden prompts meteorological agency SMHI to issue a freeze warning. READ »
Despite recent snowfalls in Stockholm and southern areas of Sweden, March 2012 is set to be one of the three warmest months on record, new preliminary statistics show. READ »
Spring has started arriving to parts of Sweden with startled butterflies and the yearnful cooing of hormonal pigeons, according to experts at the Natural History Museum. READ (12 COMMENTS) »
Swedish forecasters have issued warnings for the coming weekend, flagging for heavy snow across much of the country and as well as a heightened avalanche risk at Swedish ski resorts. READ (3 COMMENTS) »

Sanna is one of 2 million people in Sweden under the age of 18. Sweden is seen as a good place to grow up. The law makes sure children are well-protected and defends their rights and any organizations work with children's well-being. Read more »
August Strindberg's plays shocked society, dazzled audiences and revolutionized drama. A century after his death, Strindberg, with his powerful, timeless themes, is celebrated around the world. Read more »
The story of K Composite Magazine »
"I’m working on a couple long articles which will be posted here soon. While those are in the works, I thought I’d share this article and interview about my magazine, K Composite, which was recently published on the site Design-Milk.com. Enjoy! Scott Ritcher launched his now digitally glossy mag, K Composite, back when Macs were used..." READ »
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