A sharp cold snap is set to grip the nation this week, with forecasters predicting the first significant snowfall of the season for several parts of the UK.
Arctic Air Drives Temperatures Down
The chilly conditions are being driven by a blast of Arctic air, which will make it feel noticeably colder across the country. While Monday is expected to bring clearer skies for most, this will only serve to intensify the frosty temperatures.
The real change arrives from Tuesday, as increased cloud cover rolls in, bringing with it rain and, for some areas, the first flurries of snow.
Where and When Snow is Expected
According to the latest Met Office forecasts, the wintry weather will first make its presence felt in parts of Scotland from Tuesday morning. Areas around Glasgow and further north near Fort William are likely to see the initial flurries.
The snow is then expected to spread across much of northern Scotland into Tuesday evening, with Aberdeen also potentially seeing a covering.
The cold snap will push further south by Wednesday night and into Thursday. Cities and towns in England are now on alert, with the West Midlands and northern England in the firing line. The latest forecasts indicate that Birmingham and Wolverhampton could be hit, alongside Newcastle, Hull, and Lincoln.
Official Forecast and Travel Advice
The Met Office summary for Tuesday states: "A bright, frosty start for many. However, rain in the northwest extending southeast to all parts through the day, with some snow, especially in the north. Breezy and feeling cold."
Looking further ahead from Wednesday to Friday, the forecast continues: "Early rain and snow clearing on Wednesday leaving very cold northerly winds with sunshine and wintry showers. Overnight frost and ice. Rain and hill snow arriving in west later Friday."
Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay updated with the latest weather warnings and prepare for potential travel disruption as the week progresses.
