Recent advanced weather models indicate an incoming snowstorm heading towards the UK, expected to affect various major cities, potentially including London.
According to the GFS weather model maps, snow is forecasted to move through Scotland on Tuesday afternoon, hitting cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh, before progressing southwards towards northern England. The snowfall is then projected to continue moving southward into Wednesday morning, impacting Northern Ireland, Wales, the Midlands, and even the south-east of England.
Snow coverage maps for Wednesday afternoon show snow settling in London, Ipswich, Greater Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, and Aberdeen, among other locations.
The widespread snow is expected to diminish by Thursday, although some flurries may persist in the North York Moors, the north-east of England, and the north-east of Scotland, as indicated by the GFS weather model predictions.
Data suggests that Scotland’s high grounds could see up to 18cm of snow accumulation, while the Pennines in England might experience around 9cm. For major cities and towns, snow accumulations are anticipated to be less than 1cm if it settles.
BBC Weather has forecasted “wintry showers” in various areas over the upcoming week. The outlook from Tuesday to Thursday indicates showery rain spreading southeastwards on Tuesday, potentially turning wintry in northern hilly regions, especially overnight.
Netweather forecaster Nick Finnis mentioned that Monday is expected to be dry and sunny but chilly for many. However, Tuesday and early Wednesday could bring showery rain, turning into sleet and snow over northern high grounds as it moves away. Wednesday and Thursday are anticipated to be even colder, with wintry showers near coasts but mostly dry and sunny yet cold inland, with temperatures possibly reaching only 3-6°C. Widespread overnight frost is likely throughout the week.
The Met Office also indicates a likelihood of cold weather and snow. Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Holley stated, “As Storm Claudia retreats southward, high pressure from the northwest will bring a cold northerly flow from the Arctic across the UK. This will result in much colder conditions compared to recent days, with a risk of wintry hazards such as snow and ice. Widespread frosts are expected across the UK, with temperatures potentially dropping as low as -7°C in some areas next week, and daytime temperatures remaining in single figures nationwide. The combination of cold temperatures and a brisk northerly wind will create a noticeable wind chill, marking a significant shift in weather following an extended period of above-average temperatures.”
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