The UK is preparing for an extensive snow event stretching 646 miles, spanning from the northern reaches of Scotland down to southern England. According to forecasts from WX Charts, the snowfall is anticipated to begin around midday on Tuesday, January 27, affecting the entire country.
Snow will blanket areas north of Dover on England’s south coast all the way to Inverness in the Scottish Highlands. Scotland is expected to experience the deepest snowfall, with accumulations reaching up to 50cm in the Highlands. Meanwhile, the Midlands could see snowfall totals of up to 6cm. Wales is forecast to receive around 15cm of snow, while Greater London and southern England may expect between 3cm and 6cm.
The Met Office has issued an Amber warning for Scotland due to heavy rain, which is likely to cause disruptions in some areas. Wednesday brings unsettled conditions across much of the UK, marked by widespread rainfall. Eastern Scotland’s hills are already experiencing persistent rain, which is expected to continue into Thursday, potentially causing further disruption.
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According to the Met Office forecast for early February: “Atlantic frontal systems will continue to move eastward sporadically. With the jet stream positioned slightly further south than usual, central and southern regions will likely experience wetter conditions, while northern and northwestern areas may remain drier than normal. Intermittent mild, wet, and windy spells are forecast for the south and west, but colder weather in the north and northeast may bring wintry hazards, especially on elevated terrain.”
Thursday will remain unsettled as rain moves in from the west, with Scotland’s warning zones receiving the heaviest, most persistent rainfall. By Friday, wet and windy weather is expected to progress from the southwest, although the precise path and timing remain uncertain. This low-pressure system is likely to continue influencing the weather into Saturday, bringing rain and wind mainly to southern and western parts of the country.