Detailed weather maps and charts from multiple meteorological sources indicate that four counties in England are likely to escape a significant snow event forecast to impact much of the country in early February. While the West Midlands and eastern regions brace for substantial snowfall, western areas appear set for clearer conditions.
Weather Maps Show Diverging Conditions
The visual data, compiled by WX Charts and corroborated by Ventusky and Netweather TV, reveals a marked deterioration in weather patterns beginning February 7. This date is expected to mark the arrival of a cold front from the east, bringing plunging temperatures and widespread wintry precipitation across England.
Targeted Impact on Midlands and East Coast
Forecast models show bands of snow blanketing the Midlands, northwest England, and northeast regions, with the east coast—including Yorkshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk—also facing significant accumulation. The West Midlands has been specifically identified as an area likely to experience particularly heavy snowfall and disruptive conditions.
Western Counties Spared the Worst
As the snow system approaches primarily from the east and makes landfall from continental Europe, western counties appear positioned to avoid the brunt of the storm. Maps clearly indicate that Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, and Somerset will remain largely clear of the significant snowfall expected elsewhere.
Transport Disruption Amid Storm Damage
The weather developments come alongside existing transport challenges in the southwest region. Great Western Railway has partially closed the only railway line to the southwest of England following damage to a sea wall during Storm Ingrid.
The line between Exeter St Davids and Newton Abbot remains closed until further notice after the storm caused the Dawlish sea wall to crumble, leaving significant debris along a two-mile section of track. GWR has urged passengers not to attempt travel on this route, with replacement transport available at the affected stations.
Teignmouth Pier's owners described experiencing a "dreadful night" during the storm, while the town's mayor, Cate Williams, noted the sad sight of the damaged infrastructure that had "survived many weather conditions as well as world wars."
GWR spokesman James Davis confirmed to BBC Radio Devon that repair work is underway, but the line will remain closed until Network Rail completes necessary repairs to ensure safe passage.
