What’s something you wouldn’t expect when spring is approaching the Netherlands? Snowfall. But hey, perhaps we should just give up on the seasons altogether.
This crisp March morning, the southeastern region of Noord-Brabant can count on up to five centimetres of snowfall dusting the landscape.
That’s not all either; the hills of South Limburg can expect up to 10 centimetres, reports RTL Nieuws.
Code Orange due to the snowy conditions
However, life isn’t all snow angels and chocomel. Those Limburgers aren’t so lucky, and Brabandt will suffer a blizzardy beating.
Due to the oncoming large layer of snow, the KNMI has issued a code orange warning from early this morning until noon for North Brabant and Limburg.
Just 15minutes later . #goodmorning #snow #Netherlands pic.twitter.com/nyycq3i20B
— Dutchess (@dinamit23209620) March 8, 2023
We have our Belgian neighbours to thank for the oncoming frostiness. Buienradar meteorologist, Maurice Middendorp, explains to RTL Nieuws that “the entire snow area is moving north from the Belgian-Dutch border.” Time to get cosy inside, get that hot chocolate, and enjoy watching the snowfall today. ❄️
Watch out for icy patches
When it comes to snowfall, it’s not all fun and games, and it’s not just the Netherlands’ nether regions that can expect some icy weather.
While Middendorp warns people in the south of the country to watch out for ice during the day due to snow residue. Middendorp, also warns of icy patches throughout the centre of the country.
In fact, Middendorp also expects about 1 to 2 centimetres of snow to fall in the middle of the Netherlands.
And then — poof — it’s gone
Will the snowfall continue? Not exactly. After today, the weather will be changeable and unpredictable in true Dutch style — of course, with regular rain showers.
On the bright side, the Netherlands is supposed to get a bit warmer starting tomorrow, as local weather will go from 5 degrees to 10 degrees by Sunday.
Is it snowing where you’re living in the Netherlands? Tell us in the comments below!