Scotland is bracing for its second bout of snowfall this autumn, with weather maps and the Met Office predicting wintry conditions on the horizon. Forecasts indicate a cold blast moving towards the northern half of the country, bringing along rain, sleet, and snow.
The mercury is expected to plummet in various parts of the country, with predictions of freezing temperatures. According to WX charts, snow is forecasted to hit Fort William on Friday, with around 5cm of snow expected, before spreading to Inverness and the Inner and Outer Hebrides on Saturday. Up to 7cm of snowfall is anticipated on Saturday in these areas, gradually tapering off by Monday.
Temperatures are projected to drop significantly, with Fort William potentially reaching lows of -6°C. While the west and north-eastern regions may not be as cold, temperatures are still forecasted to hover just below freezing over the weekend.
The Met Office echoes these predictions, indicating that Scotland is likely to experience snow in the upcoming weeks. The long-range forecast suggests unsettled weather with wind, rain, and the possibility of snow on Scottish mountains. Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to see colder temperatures with showers, gradually spreading southwards post-Hurricane Kirk.
This anticipated snowfall will mark the second instance this autumn, following the earlier snow showers in the Highlands during a brief Arctic Blast last month. The upcoming wintry conditions serve as a reminder for Scots to prepare for the colder weather ahead.