Meteorologist: Avoid late Midsummer lunch in Skåne due to potential showers

Midsummer's Eve in Sweden is set to bring high summer temperatures across much of the country, although some areas may see localized showers. Meteorologist Lasse Rydqvist predicts temperatures between 20 and 27 degrees Celsius in the southern half of the country, and 15 to 22 degrees in the north.

While sunny spells are expected, Rydqvist noted that cumulus clouds could occasionally obscure the sun, slightly lowering temperatures in some locations. The warmest areas are anticipated along the coast and in regions like Halland and Gotland, where temperatures could reach 25 degrees Celsius or higher.

However, the weather could turn disruptive for late Midsummer lunches in southern Skåne, as a rain system is expected to move in during the afternoon. Similar showers are also forecast for western Norrland, including Jämtland and Västernorrland, potentially extending into Lappland during the afternoon and evening.

The unsettled weather is expected to continue into Saturday, coinciding with the Women's World Cup match between Sweden and the Netherlands. SMHI has issued a yellow warning for heavy thunderstorms and rain in large parts of southern Sweden. Despite the risk of storms, temperatures are expected to remain high, with a possibility of reaching 30 degrees Celsius for the first time this year.

Sunday is forecast to bring more stable weather with plenty of sunshine. Southern Sweden and the Norrland coast can expect temperatures between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius, though some showers may persist in the northernmost parts of Norrland and the mountains. Rydqvist highlighted the potential for significant local variations in weather, with heavy rain possible just a few kilometers from dry conditions.

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Om man tar en sen sillunch i södra Skåne kan det passera en eftermiddagsskur där, liksom i västra Norrland.