UK Set for Arctic Blast; Snow and Ice Warnings Issued
Much colder weather is set to sweep across the UK next week, accompanied by widespread frost and a risk of snow. The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings for parts of Scotland and England, with significant snowfall expected on higher ground in southern Scotland and northern England.
As an Arctic air mass establishes itself over the UK, temperatures are predicted to plummet, with maximums reaching only 3 to 8 Celsius. Northerly winds will bring frequent showers, likely falling as sleet and rain in coastal areas, while regular snow showers are expected in the hills of northern Scotland, where accumulations of 5 to 10 cm are possible.
By Monday and Tuesday, a low-pressure system is anticipated to bring wet and windy weather across the UK, especially affecting the southern regions. Heavy snow is projected on the northern side of this system, primarily above 400 metres elevation, with up to 20 cm expected in some areas of northern England and southern Scotland. Towns and cities at lower elevations might also see disruptive snowfall, although the exact amounts remain uncertain due to the unpredictable nature of these systems.
Forecasters suggest there may be additional wintry weather affecting southern regions later in the week, but specifics surrounding where snow might fall are still unclear. Meteorologists emphasise that while forecasts indicate a cold spell coming, the exact details concerning snowfall and its impacts will become clearer as the weather unfolds.
As winter approaches, this change in temperatures and potential for snowfall is noteworthy given that such wintry conditions are relatively rare for the southern parts of the UK during this time of year. The public is advised to prepare for possible disruptions as the colder weather sets in.
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