A visually striking weather map has been released, indicating the expected timing of snowfall as temperatures are projected to decrease by up to 10 degrees Celsius. Following a wet and windy Friday due to Storm Claudia, the UK experienced notably mild conditions, with temperatures peaking at 16.5 degrees Celsius in Wiggonholt, West Sussex, and reaching 15.9 degrees Celsius in Bournemouth, Dorset.
Despite prior forecasts from the Met Office of snowfall post-Storm Claudia, new weather maps from Metdesk now delineate the anticipated snowfall, which is expected in various parts of England. While Scotland was initially expected to bear the brunt of the snow, recent information suggests a more widespread impact.
The Metdesk team anticipates the worst weather on Tuesday afternoon and evening, with snowfall projected as far south as Staffordshire into early Wednesday. Rural Shropshire communities may wake to a light dusting, while heavier snow is expected in the Cairngorms and elevated areas in Ayrshire on Tuesday night, with temperatures dropping to freezing to 3 degrees Celsius.
Significantly colder weather is forecasted across the nation next week, with temperatures in Wiggonholt, West Sussex, expected to plummet to 6 degrees Celsius, a stark contrast to the previous week. Similarly, Bournemouth is set to experience 7 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, notably colder than the previous balmy conditions.
An interactive map is available for users to explore the likelihood and timing of snow in their areas, crafted by data journalists analyzing meteorological information. The Met Office predicts the spread of colder air across the UK this weekend, leading to drier conditions and overnight frosts in many regions.
Scotland has already experienced some snowfall this month, particularly in Inverness. As the colder air spreads southwards into early next week, sleet and snow showers are expected, predominantly in north-facing coastal and hilly areas.
Looking ahead to the period of Wednesday to Friday, November 28, frost and wintry conditions are anticipated in southern regions. Colder conditions are projected to extend southward, bringing snow showers to northern parts and the first frosts of the season to many southern areas.