The Met Office has released its latest weather forecast, pinpointing specific UK regions likely to see snow this weekend as a cold front sweeps in.
UK Weather: Met Office Reveals Full List of Areas Set for Weekend Snowfall—Are You on It?
By Arezki AMIRI
Published on 14 November 2024 18:51
The Met Office has identified specific regions that could see snow this weekend as a cold front moves across the UK. Areas in the Scottish Highlands, parts of Aberdeenshire, and Stirling are most likely to experience snowfall. The forecast warns of a cold, blustery front bringing rain, wind, and hill snow to northern areas, particularly affecting Scotland’s higher altitudes.
Snow Forecast for Scotland’s Northern Regions
Meteorologist Alex Deakin specified that Scotland's higher regions could see about 4 cm of snow over a three-hour period on Saturday afternoon. The forecast notes that while snowfall is expected on higher terrain, there’s a slight chance for lower-level snowfall if conditions grow colder.
The most important details for snowfall are:
- Expected snowfall: Approximately 4 cm
- Affected regions: Scottish Highlands, Aberdeenshire, Stirling
- Timing: Saturday afternoon, with cold conditions intensifying into early Sunday
A big change is on the way across the UK as high pressure moves away and allows more unsettled weather to arrive during this weekend. It'll also turn colder ❄ Bringing you this weekend’s weather forecast is Aidan McGivern. pic.twitter.com/djxueqfuTv
— Met Office (@metoffice) November 14, 2024
Weather Transition: High Pressure to Arctic Airflow
Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mark Sidaway explained that a high-pressure system, which has kept much of the UK dry this week, is expected to retrogress into the Atlantic. This change will open the door for colder, unsettled conditions, initially in the north on Friday, expanding across the country by Sunday.
- System transition: High-pressure moving westward, bringing cold, Arctic air from the north
- Timing of change: Transition beginning Friday in northern regions, expanding by Sunday
- Impact on temperature: Significant drop, especially in northern areas, with potential freezing conditions as low as 400 meters
Wintry Conditions Expected Next Week
Looking ahead, frequent wintry showers are likely, with snow potentially reaching lower levels in northern regions. Areas along the eastern and western coasts, exposed to north-north-Westerly winds, are likely to experience gusty winds and intermittent snowfall. Additional rain and hill snow could move into southern regions, though major disruptions are currently not expected.
The forecast highlights:
- Cold air movement: Predominantly north-to-south with strong gusts
- Areas at risk for snow: Primarily north and exposed coasts, with some risk for southern regions
- Expected hazards: Icy weather, gusty winds, snowfall mainly on high ground