Snowstorm alert: Half of Hungary braces for snow and strong winds

The Hungarian Meteorological Service (HungaroMet) has updated its warning maps, issuing alerts for half of Hungary due to expected snowfall on Friday. Additionally, three counties—Veszprém, Komárom-Esztergom, and Fejér—face warnings for snowdrifts caused by strong winds.

Snowfall arrives tonight

While Thursday daytime will remain dry, mixed and solid precipitation is expected in northwestern regions by late evening, HungaroMet reports. Starting early Friday morning, precipitation will spread across the country, with northern areas primarily seeing snow, while rain and sleet dominate the south. In regions like the Transdanubian and North Hungarian Mountains, as well as Budapest, heavier, wet snow may accumulate, blanketing landscapes in white.

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Strong winds and temperature fluctuations

Friday will also bring strong southern and southeastern winds, reaching stormy levels in Csongrád-Csanád and Békés counties. By morning, winds will shift northwesterly, intensifying around Sopron and Lake Fertő. Overnight lows will range from -5°C to 4°C, with the coldest conditions in northern valleys. Daytime highs will vary between -2°C and 9°C, depending on the region.

Clearing skies by afternoon

Clouds will start to break from the northwest in the afternoon, with precipitation retreating to southeastern areas. In some regions, rain and sleet may transition into snow before stopping entirely. However, snow depths of up to 10-12 cm are possible in certain areas by the end of the day, with snowfall likely across most of Hungary except the southernmost regions.

Residents are advised to stay cautious and prepare for potentially hazardous conditions.

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