Three English Counties Set to Dodge Major 89cm Snow Bomb
New weather mapping data has revealed that only three counties in England will escape the brunt of a significant winter storm forecast to blanket much of the United Kingdom with up to 89 centimetres of snow. The impending weather system, described by some forecasters as a "snow bomb", is predicted to bring disruptive conditions as far south as London.
Mapping the Oncoming Blizzard
According to detailed charts from WX Charts, which utilises Met Desk data, the heaviest snowfall is scheduled to strike on Wednesday, February 18. The projections, based on the GFS weather modelling system, indicate that coastal areas of just three English counties are likely to be spared the most severe accumulations.
The counties expected to avoid the deepest snow are:
- Norfolk
- Suffolk
- Merseyside
In stark contrast, the Scottish Highlands are bracing for the most extreme conditions. The maps suggest a staggering 89cm of snow could fall in mountainous regions near Inverness. Across England, Lancashire is anticipated to see the highest accumulations, with around 13cm forecast.
Plunging Temperatures Nationwide
The deep snow will be accompanied by a sharp drop in temperatures. Forecasts indicate that Scotland could see lows of -5°C, while the rest of England is expected to experience a widespread freeze, with temperatures falling to between -2°C and -3°C.
Broader Weather Outlook
The BBC Weather forecast for the immediate period provides further context for the unsettled conditions. For February 6, it predicts mostly cloudy skies with outbreaks of rain pushing north and east, which will fall as snow over the Pennines and Grampians. Blustery showers are expected later in the south, some potentially thundery in the south-west.
Looking ahead to Saturday, February 7, the outlook indicates outbreaks of rain will push north and east across England and Wales, leaving brighter spells in the south-west and Northern Ireland by afternoon. Scotland will remain cloudy with further rain and hill snow.
The forecast for Sunday to Tuesday suggests a brief respite on Sunday, which will be drier and milder as rain clears northwards for most areas. However, the reprieve looks short-lived. Monday is expected to bring another cloudy day with showers and heavier rain accompanied by stronger winds in the south-west, with similar conditions continuing into Tuesday before a band of heavy, persistent rain moves into the south-west by evening.
