Following a cold start to the week post a weekend cold snap, the UK is bracing for a change in weather conditions, as per the Met Office. Over the weekend, some parts of the UK experienced light snowfall due to cold Arctic air, resulting in wintry weather. Temperatures dropped to near freezing levels, reaching 0C in northern regions on Sunday night.
As the new week commences, the UK continues to experience cold conditions, with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning for Northern Ireland due to anticipated severe winds from 1pm to 11pm on October 30. The warning highlights potential disruptions to road, rail, air, and ferry travel, along with the possibility of large waves and spray affecting coastal areas.
Furthermore, there might be impacts on bus and train services, with delays expected, especially for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges. The warning also mentions the likelihood of temporary power outages and service interruptions.
In a recent update on Twitter, the Met Office mentioned the influx of cold air from the north, with temperatures expected to gradually rise back to normal levels during the upcoming week, possibly turning milder by the following weekend. Video footage illustrates the influence of cold Arctic air leading to colder temperatures before a shift to milder Atlantic air from the southwest on Halloween.
According to the latest Met Office forecasts, daytime temperatures are set to increase across various regions, with highs reaching the low-to-mid teens, peaking at 15C in the southeast by the end of the week. Similar temperatures around 15C are forecasted for Saturday, with widespread highs of 10-13C expected on Sunday. Looking ahead, the Met Office anticipates changeable conditions with extended periods of rain across the UK.
The Met Office’s extended forecast from October 31 to November 9 predicts variable weather patterns dominated by low-pressure systems, resulting in unsettled conditions nationwide. Showers and prolonged rainy spells are expected, especially in western regions, with potential heavy rainfall. Strong winds and possible gales may occur intermittently, with brief dry and sunny intervals between weather systems, bringing the risk of fog and frost overnight.