UK Braces for Arctic Blast, Expected 4cm Snowfall This Week
An impending Arctic blast is set to impact the UK this week, bringing significant snowfall. Advanced weather models indicate that some regions may receive up to 4cm of snow by the end of the week.
Weather Forecast: Snowfall Across the UK
The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) shows an Atlantic system expected to sweep across the UK on Friday. While most areas should anticipate rain, the models suggest this precipitation may fall as snow in certain locations.
Expected Timeline of Snow Arrival
- Friday Evening: Heavy snow is predicted to hit North Wales around 6 PM, with light flurries possible in the Lake District.
- Friday Night: Snow is expected to push northward, affecting the far north of England and southern Scotland by 9 PM.
- Midnight Friday: Central and northern Scotland may see the heaviest snowfalls, alongside sporadic flurries in northeastern England.
Regions Most Likely to Experience Snow
Snow depth charts indicate that several areas may have accumulations on the ground by midnight on Friday. The regions of interest include:
- Midlands
- Staffordshire
- Yorkshire
- Lake District
- Pennines
- Southern and Northern Scotland
Galloway Forest Park is expected to see the highest accumulation, with forecasts suggesting around 4cm of snow.
Met Office Insights
The Met Office has not provided specific predictions for snowfall this week but notes a series of rain showers moving across the UK. They caution about potential fog patches on Friday morning and state that temperatures will remain around average for this time of year.
The forecast from December 6 to 15 indicates continued unsettled weather, with occasional heavy rain, especially in elevated areas facing strong southerly winds. While it will likely remain chilly, significant frost or fog is not anticipated.
This week, as the chilly Arctic conditions settle in, residents are advised to prepare for changing weather patterns and potential snowfall across various regions of the UK.
