The UK is bracing for an extended snowfall event lasting approximately 21 hours, beginning on December 15 and continuing into December 16. This widespread snow will impact regions across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Scotland is projected to be the hardest hit, particularly the Galloway Forest Park, which is expected to see the heaviest accumulation. In England, significant snowfall will affect parts of the Lake District and Pennines, including counties such as Cumbria, Durham, Northumberland, and Yorkshire.
North Wales, with Snowdonia prominently mentioned, will likely experience heavy snow by mid-afternoon, with flurries intensifying throughout the day. A substantial snow cover is anticipated to settle across North Wales, Northern Ireland, northern England—including West and North Yorkshire—and nearly all of Scotland.
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These predictions come from WX Charts, which incorporates Met Desk data and the latest Global Forecast System (GFS) modeling for accuracy.
In the days following, Netweather TV forecasts a mix of conditions:
- Wednesday will feature a blend of sunshine and showers across much of the UK, with sunnier spells away from the south and west.
- Thursday is expected to remain unsettled with a band of rain stretching from the southwest to northeast, followed by brighter skies and lingering showers, especially in western areas. Temperatures should hover around seasonal averages.
- Fog may develop Friday morning, potentially disrupting commutes. Patchy rain and showers will continue, particularly near coastal regions, with a new rain band approaching later in the day.
- Saturday promises heightened activity as low pressure brings a series of showers, some merging into longer rain spells.
- Sunday could provide a brief break with fewer showers, but unsettled weather will persist with another incoming rain band from the southwest.
Residents across the affected areas are advised to prepare for significant snowfall and rapidly changing weather conditions over the next several days.