Maximum daily temperatures are forecast to hit 26-33C in some parts of the Västernorrland region, eastern Jämtland and large parts of Västerbotten and Norrbotten in the days ahead, according to national weather agency SMHI.
SMHI has issued a yellow warning of high temperatures for non-coastal areas in the Västerbotten, Jämtland and Västernorrland regions from Tuesday to Thursday.
These temperatures are higher than normal, but won’t beat the record of 34.9C in Piteå and 36.9C in Harads (between Jokkmokk and Boden) in the summer of 1945.
The number of unusually hot months has increased in Sweden since 1997.
“All summers in Sweden since the turn of the millennium have been hotter than normal, with the exception of two years – 2000 and 2012,” said SMHI climatologist Sverker Hellström, explaining that the rising temperature over time is a sign of climate change.
SMHI advises residents in the affected regions to be aware of warning signs of overheating or dehydration, both regarding yourself and people around you.
“Drink more water, take it easy and find ways to cool down. Try to create a cool environment, keep an eye on the indoor temperature,” reads SMHI’s advisory.
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