Millions of people in the UK could experience snowfall in the coming days as weather predictions indicate that major cities are likely to be affected.
According to the GDPS weather model, snowstorms are expected to sweep across the UK from the East starting on December 27, with initial impacts expected in southern and eastern regions. Cities like Norwich and Ipswich are anticipated to witness snowfall as East Anglia braces for the first snowflakes around midday.
Later in the afternoon, by 3pm, the weather maps show snowfall in Kent and London. The weather system is also forecasted to bring rain along the eastern coasts of England and Scotland.
As the evening approaches, snow is still expected to fall in London and southern regions, with cities like Southampton likely to see snow. Moving further north, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent, and Manchester could also experience snow showers around the same time, with Northern Ireland and Scotland also in line for snowfall.
Snow coverage maps reveal that the blizzard is expected to envelop most of Northern Ireland, East Anglia, the Midlands, the southeast, and significant parts of northern England. The Scottish Highlands may see snow, with potential snowfall in Glasgow and areas near the English border. Data suggests that up to 3cm of snow could accumulate in the southeast, including London.
The Met Office predicts that temperatures will drop leading up to the New Year, with a likelihood of wintry showers in some areas. The forecast for December 23 to January 1 indicates a shift towards more settled conditions as high pressure builds up in the north and low pressure moves away to the south.
During the Christmas period, an easterly wind is expected to bring colder temperatures, with intermittent showers possible, especially in eastern and southern regions. Temperatures are likely to trend below average, with frost expected, particularly in the north. Towards the New Year, there may be an increased chance of wet weather spreading into parts of the UK as high pressure shifts westward.
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