Met Office Predicts Snow in UK Following Heavy Rain Alerts

The Met Office has released yellow weather warnings for various regions in the UK, forecasting potential snow following heavy rainfall this week. Areas affected include south-west Scotland, southern Wales, south-west England, and Northern Ireland. The warnings come as the country prepares for a shift in weather patterns.

Weather Conditions This Week

Beginning Tuesday, heavy and persistent rain is expected across the affected areas. This will be succeeded by a cold front bringing lower temperatures, particularly in Scotland. The chief forecaster at the Met Office, Neil Armstrong, highlighted the ongoing unsettled weather.

• Yellow weather warnings issued starting from Tuesday morning.
• Heavy rainfall expected in south-west Scotland, 20 to 40mm possible.
• Wind gusts may reach gale force along exposed coastlines.
• Warnings for south-west England and Wales extend into Wednesday.
• Temperatures could drop below freezing overnight in Scotland.

Region-Specific Details

The yellow warnings will remain in place until midnight Tuesday. In south-west England, particularly in Devon and Cornwall, heavy rain is forecast from midday Tuesday until 6 PM Wednesday. A similar situation is anticipated in southern Wales, with expectations of 30 to 50mm of rain from 7 AM to midnight on Tuesday and again on Wednesday.

In Northern Ireland, a warning is set from 6 AM to 9 PM on Tuesday, with anticipated rainfall of 20 to 30mm.

Potential Impacts

The Met Office cautions residents about possible traffic delays and flooding in these regions. Here’s the expected weather outlook for the week:

As weather conditions fluctuate, the Met Office recommends residents stay informed and prepare for possible disruptions throughout the week.