The UK is on the brink of experiencing its first blizzard of winter, with WX Charts—drawing on Met Desk data—predicting significant snowfall just after Christmas. According to advanced weather models using the GFS system, snow will begin falling around midnight on January 2, particularly impacting central and north-west Scotland, where up to 4cm of snow is expected.
Temperatures are set to plunge, with freezing conditions spreading across the country. The south-west coast, including Plymouth, may see lows near minus 3°C, while Wales and Greater London could dip to around minus 2°C. The forecast highlights a vast 742-mile stretch—from Plymouth in the south to Wick at Scotland’s northern tip—expected to receive a snowfall dusting.
In the Midlands and central Scotland, overnight lows could drop to minus 1°C, contributing to frost and icy conditions. The Met Office’s forecast for Tuesday, December 23, mentions showers in the far north but generally dry and cloudy weather elsewhere. Winds will pick up in the south, making it feel colder.
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Christmas Eve is expected to be mostly dry with some sunny spells, especially in southern and western regions, though windy conditions will persist across much of England and Wales. From December 25 to 27, the outlook predicts a mix of cloud breaking to reveal sunny intervals, with dry but cold weather and a noticeable wind chill throughout England and Wales. Frosts are likely at night, underscoring the wintry conditions as the festive period unfolds.