England<\/strong> is bracing for severe winter weather<\/strong>, with gale-force winds of up to 70 km\/h<\/strong>, sub-zero temperatures<\/strong> dipping to -5\u00b0C<\/strong>, and isolated snowfall expected across certain areas. According to forecasts from WXCharts<\/strong> and other meteorological experts, the days leading up to Christmas will bring significant weather disruptions to much of the UK.<\/p>\n

A Sharp Drop in Temperatures<\/h2>\n

From 21 December<\/strong>, a notable cold snap will take hold across the country. According to Jamie Brassington<\/strong>, writing for Coventry Live<\/em>, northern England<\/strong> and Scotland<\/strong> will be the hardest hit, with temperatures plunging as low as -5\u00b0C<\/strong>. The Scottish Highlands, particularly around Fort William<\/strong>, will face the brunt of the chill, with icy winds reaching 65 km\/h<\/strong> and heavy snowfall predicted.<\/p>\n

Northern English cities, such as Manchester<\/strong> and Newcastle<\/strong>, are also expected to see temperatures hovering around freezing. By contrast, southern areas, including Devon<\/strong> and Somerset<\/strong>, will contend with strong winds and heavy rain. However, temperatures in these regions are forecast to remain milder, at around 3\u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Met Office<\/em><\/a> long-range forecast for 17 to 26 December<\/strong> outlines: \u201cUnsettled conditions, with heavy rain and strong winds, are expected to affect most areas. Sleet and snow are likely, particularly on higher ground in the north<\/strong>.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n