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Unseasonal snowfall blankets Thessaloniki, Greece: "More snow than in Winter!"

Bill Giannopoulos
Greek City Times
Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:28 UTC
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A surprising April snowfall has transformed parts of Macedonia, including Thessaloniki, into a winter wonderland.

Heavy snow blankets areas even at low altitudes.

The weather took a dramatic turn for the worse starting Sunday evening, leaving many regions of northern Greece, including Thessaloniki, covered in significant snow by Monday morning. Areas like Hortiatis, Panorama, Retziki, Melissochori, Oreokastro, and villages in the Lagkadas municipality are now draped in white, resembling a Christmas scene rather than the approach to Easter.

The unexpected snowfall has led to road closures across Thessaloniki, disrupting travel and daily routines. Additionally, several schools in the affected areas will remain closed today due to the hazardous conditions.

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PHOTOS: April snow blankets parts of New Mexico - 11 inches of snowfall in 24 hours at Sandia Peak

Scott Brown
krqe.com
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 18:52 UTC
Snowfall in Tijeras
© Gilbert GutierrezSnowfall in Tijeras
A strong cold front made its way through New Mexico overnight.

Many across the state woke up to a springtime winter wonderland.


Here's a little of what News 13 viewers sent in.

Comment: 11 inches of April snow during a 24-hour time span was recorded at Sandia Peak Ski Area.



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April snowfall in Kosovo


Kosovapress.com
Sun, 06 Apr 2025 12:55 UTC
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It is currently snowing in the capital of Kosovo, Pristina.

The Kosovo Hydrometeorological Institute has announced that a rapid change is expected in the lower and middle layers of the atmosphere (troposphere) on Sunday, which will bring a significant decrease in temperatures, both in minimum and maximum values.

The Kosovo Hydrometeorological Institute has announced that a rapid change is expected in the lower and middle layers of the atmosphere (troposphere) on Sunday, which will bring a significant decrease in temperatures, both in minimum and maximum values.

According to the institute, initially there will be rain, while later the precipitation is expected to turn into snow, including many parts of low-lying areas, it reports.

"Although these precipitations will be temporary. In the highlands, only snowfalls are expected. This meteorological situation will create conditions for the appearance of frosts at the beginning of next week, which may have a negative impact on early agricultural crops, especially fruit trees. Farmers and ranchers are advised to take preventive measures to protect production and sensitive crops from the impact of these adverse weather conditions," the announcement states.

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Late winter storm brings April snow, icy roads to Texas South Plains, Panhandle

Adam D. Young
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 11:50 UTC
I40 W backed up, April 5, 2025 snow storm causing crashes, PCSO and TxDOT advise against travel
© KVIII40 W backed up, April 5, 2025 snow storm causing crashes, PCSO and TxDOT advise against travel
A rare April winter storm in West Texas was bringing widespread snowfall Saturday and the threat of slick, icy roads across the Panhandle-South Plains region going into early Sunday.

As snow continued to fall in blowing winds, thousands of power outages were being reported around the region, including more than 3,000 customer outages around Lubbock and smaller, scattered outages around West Texas and Eastern New Mexico.

By Saturday afternoon, the heaviest snowfall was occurring in the northern South Plains and southern Panhandle, said Jordan Salem, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lubbock.

"We're seeing kind of a bullseye in an area between Hale Center and Vigo Park (in Swisher County) where we're projecting at least 4.7 inches of accumulation," Salem said.

By shortly before 3 p.m. Saturday, snow was beginning to accumulate across the Lubbock metro area, with upwards of 3 inches expected in northern parts of the city and 1 to 1.5 inches expected to the south through the end of the day, Salem said.

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Blizzards blanket Moscow in April snow after unusually mild winter


Yahoo! News
Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:34 UTC
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Blizzards blanketed Moscow in snow on Sunday, covering Red Square in up to 10 cm (4 inches) of snow after an unusually mild winter in the Russian capital.

Weather forecasters said the entire month's average snowfall was expected over Sunday and Monday as snow buried spring flowers. Temperatures plummeted to below zero from as high as 16 degrees Celsius (60.8 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday.

Transport authorities in the wider Moscow area, which is home to more than 22 million people, warned drivers who had already replaced their winter tyres not to venture out onto the roads. In Russia, special snow tyres are obligatory in winter.

Reuters

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Severe weather hits Poland with April snow and strong winds - up to 8 inches of snowfall reported


evrimagaci.org
Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:13 UTC
In Zakopane and the surrounding area, 20 cm of snow has fallen and it is still falling.
© Marcin SzkodzinskiIn Zakopane and the surrounding area, 20 cm of snow has fallen and it is still falling.
On April 5, 2025, Poland faced a severe weather breakdown that brought a mix of snow, strong winds, and dangerous conditions across the country. The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) issued alerts for almost all of Poland, warning citizens of the impending chaos brought on by a cold front moving from the north. This sudden shift in weather caught many residents off guard, leading to significant disruptions and emergencies.

The storm in Olsztyn, which lasted approximately 20 minutes, featured intense snowfall accompanied by thunder and powerful winds. Residents took to social media to document the unusual sight, sharing videos that showcased the extreme conditions. The storm stretched from Klewki, on the route to Szczytno, through Olsztyn, and reached as far as Rapaty, on the route to Gietrzwałd. Fortunately, as of that day, firefighters reported no significant damage related to the weather, and road services confirmed that all routes remained passable.


Comment: The 20 cms (almost 8 inches) of snowfall was reported here:
In southern Małopolska, the landscape changed from spring to full winter on the night from Saturday to Sunday. In Zakopane and nearby towns, 20 cm of snow fell, similarly in Krynica-Zdrój and Muszyna. Nature waking up to life disappeared under a white blanket. Forecasters predict that this is not the end of the snowfall.

Winter has returned to Zakopane and the surrounding towns. In just one night, 20 cm of snow fell, and the amount of white fluff is still growing. It is white not only on lawns and roofs, but also on roads and sidewalks. Plows and sand spreaders are in use, but the snowfall is so intense that road services cannot keep up with clearing the roads of snow.
(Translated by Google)

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Minnesota's April Blizzard: 15 inches of snow stuns north


stories.jobaaj.com
Fri, 04 Apr 2025 17:37 UTC
A surprise April snowstorm hit Minnesota.
A surprise April snowstorm hit Minnesota, with northern areas receiving up to 15 inches, causing travel disruptions. The Twin Cities saw minimal snowfall. While the snow melted quickly, the event highlights Minnesota's unpredictable spring weather.
Minnesota's Surprise Spring Snowstorm: A Weather Forecast Recap

Mother Nature threw a curveball at Minnesota this spring! An unexpected April snowstorm dumped impressive amounts of snow across the state, leaving many residents surprised by the late-season blizzard. While the Twin Cities metro area saw only a couple of inches, central and northern Minnesota experienced significantly heavier snowfall, causing disruptions to travel and daily life.

Significant Snow Totals Across Minnesota

The multi-day storm, arriving on Tuesday, brought a rain-snow mix to the Twin Cities, but northern regions were hit hardest. A winter storm warning was issued, and snowfall totals were substantial. Hovland, Minnesota, led the pack with a whopping 15.2 inches of snow. Other areas in northern Minnesota also saw impressive totals, including Finland (14.4 inches), Detroit Lakes (13.6 inches), and Lutsen (13.1 inches). Central Minnesota wasn't spared either, with several locations receiving over a foot of snow. Fergus Falls reported 15.1 inches, Garfield 12.5 inches, and Alexandria 12 inches.

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5 ski areas in North America see 15 to 18 inches of April snow in 24 hours


Unofficialnetworks.com
Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:48 UTC
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North America has seen some serious snowfall over the past 24 hours, with areas in Colorado, Utah, Montana, California, and beyond all having ski resorts that've seen more than a foot of new snow.

Don't worry, if you're favorite mountain isn't on the list, there's still several days of storms set to hit a significant portion of the mountain west.

These are the 5 ski areas that saw the most snow in North America over the past 24 hours.

Aspen Mountain, Colorado - 15 inches

Aspen Mountain of Aspen Snowmass saw 15 inches of new snow over the past 24 hours, with 17 inches falling in the past 48 hours. Their base depth is now at 51 inches, allowing 103 of 104 trails to be open today.

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High ground on the island of Madeira were once again covered in snow and hail in April

Tobi Hughes
Madeiraislandnews.com
Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:05 UTC
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The highest points of Madeira were once again covered in snow and hail this morning.

According to the meteorological station of the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere, Pico do Areeiro recorded a temperature of -2 degrees at 6:50 am. At Chão do Areeiro, at 6:20 am, the thermometers also pointed to -0.3 degrees.

As the images show, on the morning of this regional holiday, many people decided to head to the mountains in the hope of enjoying the snow and white landscapes. However, the experience did not go as expected for most visitors, who found roads and trails closed.

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370,000 homes and businesses across Ontario without power due to ice storm


The Weather Network
Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:10 UTC
More than 390K still without power in Ontario after weekend ice storm
More than 390K still without power in Ontario after weekend ice storm
More than 370,000 homes and businesses lost power amid widespread, persistent freezing rain

A high-impact ice storm will continue into Sunday after hours of ice accretion knocked out power to more than 370,000 customers across Ontario as of early Sunday afternoon.

Expect widespread power outages to persist through the remainder of the weekend, along with treacherous driving conditions across communities experiencing freezing rain and heavy snowfall.

Stay home if possible during periods of freezing rain. Be sure to check highway conditions and local weather alerts before heading out if necessary.

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