Birmingham residents are being warned to prepare for wintry conditions as new weather forecasts predict snow arriving in the city this weekend, accompanied by a significant drop in temperature.
Met Office Issues Nationwide Weather Alerts
The Met Office has taken action by issuing multiple weather alerts across the United Kingdom on Wednesday, November 20. Five separate yellow warnings for snow and ice have been declared for regions including the South West of England, South West of Wales, East Anglia, the East Midlands and the North East.
An additional amber alert for snow has been forecast specifically for the North East, indicating more severe conditions expected in that region. However, the West Midlands region, including most of Birmingham, has been notably absent from these initial warning lists, with forecasts suggesting skies would remain clear of snow initially.
Weekend Snow Forecast for Birmingham
Despite being spared from the initial warnings, eastern parts of Birmingham could see snow arriving as early as Saturday morning, November 22, according to data from WX Charts. The weather mapping service, which utilizes metdesk data, indicates snow developing around 6am in eastern Birmingham areas and neighbouring Solihull.
Weather maps display a prominent band of purple colouration, traditionally indicating snowfall accumulation. This contrasts with the Met Office's prediction of 'light rain' for Saturday with temperatures reaching a high of 8C.
Temperature Drop and Extended Forecast
The cold snap will see temperatures dropping to -1C in Birmingham, creating potentially hazardous icy conditions alongside any snowfall. The Met Office's extended forecast from Saturday to Monday suggests: "Rain and cloud spreading in from the west on Saturday."
The service also indicates that conditions will become "less cold over the weekend with further outbreaks of rain or showers Sunday and Monday, some brighter spells too." Residents are advised to monitor updates as the weekend approaches and prepare for potentially disruptive winter weather conditions.
