The coldest season of the year in most regions on Earth, between autumn and spring.
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How is Spring this year in most of western europe [closed]
I would like to know the current weather condition in western europe this year. I heard some complains from other forum that it is still snowing in some parts of Europe.
I'd also like to know whether ...
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Is organised convoy driving behind a snowplough common anywhere outside Norway? [closed]
Last Sunday I was driving on the European route E10 and we had to pass the Bjørnfjell pass at the border between Norway and Sweden.
In principle the Bjørnfjell road is open all year, but may be closed ...
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Is there a map that shows Austrian winter road closures?
Some highways in Austria close for the winter season. For example, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road is closed until sometime in May.
Where can I find a map that shows which roads are currently ...
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Can go to Germany on all-year tires in winter?
I know that German law requires tires apt for snow in winter time. It's quite obvious that I cannot use summer tires, but can I go on universal all-year tires?
What are the exact requirements?
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Grand Canyon in a day
I am planning to visit Grand Canyon during the last week of January, but have only a day to spend there. Any advice on how I can maximize my visit. Also, how is the weather during the time?
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Tourist attractions in Idaho during Winter [closed]
I am wondering if there is any places to go in Idaho during Winter. I live fairly close to Idaho, and I haven't really had a chance to fully explore the area. I would appreciate any suggestions.
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Is it recommended to travel to Patagonia in May?
We're currently planning a South America trip and would love to go to Patagonia. But we're only starting in late April/early May and I'm afraid it's gonna be very cold already.
Currently, we think we ...
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Visiting London in December - what is the weather like and where can I feel the Christmas spirit?
I would like to present to my sister a journey to London.
I found an economic flight around mid-December.
I have two questions:
What will the weather be? Do I have to expect to really cold ...
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Iceland over Christmas period
I am trying to think of a good destination for a week-long bread over Christmas or New Year's day. I am quite keen to see the aurora, hence I was thinking about the northern countries and Iceland in ...
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What is the best Tourist location in North India to visit during November and January? [closed]
I want to visit northern India during winter (November to January) with my family. I prefer Mountain locations (for trekking), spiritual locations and best natural locations. Please share your views ...
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How can I get great views of the Bugaboos (Canada) in April?
After a long stay, I am going to be traveling back to the United States from British Columbia, CA in a few weeks. I would love to climb in the famous Bugaboos, but obviously that isn't practical in ...
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More creative snow festivals than Sapporo snow festival
The Sapporo snow festival was pretty good. There was lots of delicious food stalls, information booths, and I even signed a petition calling for the return of Japan's "northern territories" (the ...
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What are relaxed and interesting / not well-known things to see on a winter weekend in Prague?
I'm taking my girlfriend to Prague in a couple of weeks for her birthday. Neither of us can take much time off work at the moment, so it's a short trip - probably there Friday, leave Monday, giving ...
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What clothing should I bring to Chicago for New Years' Eve?
I have lived in Las Vegas my whole life, and often the only time I'm around snow is when it's for a sporting purpose. I've never lived someplace cold and when I visit cold places I'm often indoors at ...
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How to cope with dry hands and cracking skin when travelling in cold locations?
So I'm from a pretty warm country, Australia but now I've spent my first month in cold Tbilisi Georgia and I lack the local know-how and intuition of how to cope with some aspects of cold winters. I ...
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Catching snow in Southern California
We are in Southern California now and have a day to kill (in the 1st week of Dec). What we want is to experience snow before we return to warmer climates. One option we have is Big Bear (which is just ...
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How is the weather in Cuba in January/February/March?
What are the weather conditions in Cuba (and Florida) in January/February/March ?
Some statistics etc would be useful.
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Are there open air hot springs in natural settings in the mountains of Georgia (the country)?
After we had our first snow here in Tbilisi a few days ago and then chatting with a Japanese friend online I started to wonder...
I know Georgia has no shortage of mountains or natural mineral water ...
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Weather for hitchhiking and camping in Iran in November or March
It's now early November and I'm in Tbilisi, Georgia. It's getting very cold at night (for me).
I have long had a plan to hitchhike from here through Armenia and Iran to Kuwait. But I probably ...
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Which city to visit in Europe during January?
In the first half of January, I'm planning to go on a 3-4 days city sightseeing trip in Europe. I'm looking for a nice location, but I'm not so sure which places are a reasonable choice in winter. I ...
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Are there any natural outdoor ice skating locations in Australia?
I know winter is over now but it likely will be winter again by the time I get back to Australia.
I also know there are a few temporary outdoor ice skating rinks but I do not know if there is any non ...
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Lake ice skating in Southern Sweden
Winter is coming, and if the Swedish Meteorologic and Hydrologic Institute (SMHI) is to be believed, it is going to be even colder than last year.
For reference, last year in Sweden was one of the ...
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Does it makes sense to travel to Iceland during winter?
I just saw an amazing offer to fly to Iceland in November. Although Iceland is still on my wish list, November would not be the first choice of time to visit. Is this an offer to just fill empty seats ...
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What to wear in Ireland at winter [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Winter apparel for Europe Nov - Dec 11
I will be in Ireland (Galway) for November and December. What should I wear?
P.S.: Where I live, it never goes below 10°C.
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What kind of clothes and footwear are ideal to visit Egypt?
I'm planning to visit a few places in Egypt during the month of January or February. The locations on my itinerary are:
Cairo
Alexandria
Aswan
Abu Simbel
Luxor
I plan to spend anywhere from 1 to ...
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Will I need to take special precautions for spending the winter in Tbilisi, Georgia?
I'm on my way to Tbilisi Georgia where I plan to stay all winter and since I'm from a warm country I'd like to know how cold it will get and whether I will need to invest in some winter clothing and ...
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Winter apparel for Europe (November-December)
I'm planning to go to Europe from 24 Nov - 5 Dec 2011
Since I come from tropical country, I really don't have any idea what should I wear during a winter.
I have checked the temperature for the same ...
