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Warning from MET Norway for A3, A4, B3, B4, B5, C3, C4, C5 and southern Spitsbergen

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Polar low, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 09.12.2023 01:00 to 11.12.2023 16:00

Warning

Polar low

Consequence

Abrupt change in wind speed and wind direction. It can be difficult to navigate due to snow, blowing snow and reduced visibility.

Advice

Be aware of abrupt weather changes. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Consider whether the journey is necessary.

Description

A polar low pressure is developing late Saturday evening in position N7500 E00000 and will move towards northwest. On Sunday evening, the polar low center will be positioned over southern Spitsbergen. On the western side of the polar low, there will be periods of northwest force 9. The low pressure is expected to weaken on Monday afternoon east of Spitsbergen.