Snow is expected to make a return to the UK as an arctic blast is set to hit the country in the coming days. New maps have indicated a wall of snow passing across the nation, with large parts of Britain potentially facing another bout of wintry weather. The forecast points to Wednesday, January 29, as the date when widespread snow may return after the recent sub-zero temperatures blanketed the UK in snow. The snow flurries, highlighted in purple on the maps, are projected to sweep in from the north-west during the early hours, with some areas likely to experience rain instead of snow.
By 6am, central parts of Wales could see the first snowfall of around 3cm, before it moves towards more central England. Cities like Manchester and Birmingham are in the current trajectory, with up to 2cm of snow expected, while much of the south-east, including London and Essex, is also set to witness snow before the day concludes. The weather models suggest that this upcoming snow event is not expected to last long, with more rain predicted in the following days. Although the risk of snow is acknowledged by the Met Office, wetter, windier, and milder weather is anticipated to arrive first.
Jim Dale, a senior meteorologist at British Weather Services, remains cautious about the snow projections, highlighting only “Scottish mountain snow” on the radar currently. According to Dale, there is uncertainty regarding the snowfall amounts across the country. The Met Office’s long-range forecast from January 21 to 30 indicates relatively calm and dry weather in the early part of the week, with the possibility of rain in the far northwest of the UK and potentially the far south. As the week progresses, wetter and windier conditions are likely to become more prevalent from northwest to southeast.
In summary, the UK is bracing for another round of wintry weather as snow is expected to return to various parts of the country, with the potential for disruptions to daily life and travel plans. Weather experts are closely monitoring the situation, advising the public to stay updated on the latest forecasts and prepare for possible snowfall and colder temperatures in the days ahead.