New weather maps are predicting widespread snow across northern Scotland this week. The UK could be facing a freezing cold blast from an Arctic storm that could see temperatures plummet to as low as -2C.
According to the latest weather maps from WXCharts and Netweather, many parts of Britain may experience heavy snowfall and icy conditions if the storm arrives. The map suggests that by Thursday, December 19, snow showers could begin to spread southwards, along with bitingly cold air that will make the temperature feel even lower.
Many areas of Scotland, in particular the Highlands and Grampians, are expected to see significant snow depths by midweek, possibly reaching up to 5cm to 10cm in the worst-hit areas.
Overnight, temperatures are anticipated to dip well below freezing, the coldest expected in Inverclyde the Highlands and Perthshire, according to WXCharts. Data predicts that rain and sleet are to move southwards, reports the Mirror.
In contrast, The Met Office predicts a “generally brighter and showery” day on Thursday, noting it will be “often windy”, with temperatures “briefly very mild, then colder later”.
As we look towards Christmas, the Met Office’s long-range forecast reveals: “After a mainly dry start on Friday, a band of showery rain is likely to move southeastwards across the UK. Beyond this, it will remain changeable through the rest of the period.”
“The wettest and windiest conditions will probably be in the north, with spells of heavy rain at times as low pressure systems pass by. Further south, whilst some unsettled weather is likely at times, it will probably be drier overall with a greater influence of high pressure.”
“Temperatures will likely vary around average, with both milder and colder interludes at times. Snow will most likely be restricted to high ground, although it could temporarily fall at lower levels in the north during any colder interludes.”
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