The Met Office has issued a warning for “disruptive snowfall” in the UK as weather conditions transition following Storm Chandra’s impact. Over the past few days, parts of Britain have experienced strong gusts and heavy rainfall due to the storm.
As Thursday, January 29, approaches, Storm Chandra’s influence is expected to diminish. However, a new weather front will move in, bringing cloud and rain to western regions, some precipitation and hill snow in the northeast, and drier spells in central and eastern areas. Colder air is advancing southwards across northern parts, increasing the likelihood of sleet and snow, particularly on hills.
This trend is anticipated to intensify towards the end of the week, raising concerns over potentially disruptive snowfall in northern regions. Despite cloudier conditions, periods of dry weather will still occur, though parts of the southwest will face ongoing rainfall.
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Given the saturated ground and continuing rain, the risk of flooding remains significant. On Friday, January 30, unsettled weather persists with low pressure in the southwest driving more wet and windy conditions. Rain is expected to move across central UK, while colder air entrenched in northern areas increases the chance of snow on modest hills in northern England and Scotland.
Temperatures in southern regions will stay near normal with slightly easing winds, making it feel less harsh. Meanwhile, northern areas will experience a further drop in temperature as colder air deepens.
While early signs suggest the weekend may begin with drier conditions, this is unlikely to last. The Met Office warns that heavy rain and strengthening winds are expected to sweep in from the west later in the weekend, prolonging unsettled weather.