Snow is forecasted across the UK! Scotland and northern England face a potential blizzard, with snow possibly reaching as far south as the Midlands.
Places near Newcastle and the Midlands could see it. Thursday might bring snow to more areas. Wales and Northern Ireland could also get snow then. This follows chatter about very heavy snowfall. A blizzard could sweep in around February 14.
It might come from mainland Europe. This could be a snowy Valentine’s Day! Maps show some areas could get up to 11 inches. Scotland and northern England face the worst blizzard. The northern Midlands may also get hit hard. The Scottish Highlands could get 11 inches of snow.
Scotland’s west coast might get about 4.7 inches. Near the English border, expect around 4.3 inches. The northern Pennines could get roughly 4 inches. The Northwest and Yorkshire may see less than an inch.
The Met Office also sees a chance of snow. They mention a risk of sleet or snow showers. This could happen from February 9 to February 18. Atlantic weather fronts might bring snow later.
The Met Office says the West Country might get wintry showers. Colder temperatures might make it feel even colder. Gloucestershire will be below freezing at night on Friday. Daytime highs will be low over the weekend and into the week. The BBC now predicts sleet for Monday.
Wednesday will be mostly dry. Expect sunshine and some clouds. Light showers are possible in the west. It will be a bit colder with light winds. The high will be 9°C. Tonight will stay dry. Expect clear skies overnight. Temperatures will drop, causing frost. Freezing fog is possible, mainly in the east. The low will be -1°C.
Thursday starts cold and frosty. Some freezing fog should clear in the morning. The day will be dry with sunshine. It will be breezy on the south coast. The high will be 8°C.
Friday to Sunday will be chilly at first. It will get cloudier later. Colder temperatures and wintry showers are coming. It will be breezy, making it feel colder too.
From February 9 to 18, high pressure will affect the UK. Winds will likely come from the east. It will feel cold, with below average temperatures. Southern areas might see rain at first. Then, some sleet or snow showers are possible. Many places may stay dry though. Atlantic fronts could bring snow. Overnight frost is likely.
From February 19 to March 5, weather patterns will change slowly. High pressure might dominate at first. It may decline over time. This could lead to unsettled conditions. It might get less cold. More rain or snow could develop. But these details are uncertain now.
