Gloucestershire is bracing for freezing temperatures and possible snow this week, as the Met Office warns of a cold weather spell hitting the UK.
Gloucestershire: Temperatures are dropping below freezing this week. The UK is facing another cold spell. Snow could even make an appearance by mid-February.
The Met Office reports a high-pressure system moving in. This means colder weather is on the way. Temperatures will fall by the end of the week after some wet and windy days.
In Gloucestershire, expect overnight lows of -2°C by Wednesday. Freezing nights will last until at least Monday. Daytime highs will struggle to reach double figures, only hitting 3°C on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.
Today, there might be some rain in Gloucestershire. But the rest of the week looks bright with plenty of sunshine. The weekend, however, is expected to be overcast.
Frank Saunders, the Met Office Chief Meteorologist, advises caution. Despite a pleasant week ahead, temperatures may dip again over the weekend. This could bring snow and ice.
Weather forecaster Exacta Weather also predicts colder conditions. Between February 8-15, we might see widespread snow across the country. Confidence in this forecast is growing.
Met Office West Country forecast
Tuesday: Expect dry and cloudy weather with some bright spells. Rain will arrive in Cornwall by morning, spreading east in the afternoon. Maximum temperature is 11°C.
Tuesday night: Mainly dry overnight with clear periods. Isolated showers may occur in coastal areas. It will turn chilly with a touch of frost. Minimum temperature is 1°C.
Wednesday: A dry day with sunny spells and some clouds. Isolated light showers are possible, but most areas will stay dry. Maximum temperature is 8°C.
Outlook for Thursday to Saturday: Mainly sunny on Thursday, but some freezing fog patches may linger. It will turn colder with easterly winds, leading to overnight frosts.
Met Office UK long-range forecast
Saturday, February 8 to Monday, February 17: High pressure is expected to sit northeast of the UK. This will bring cold conditions and possible snow. Most areas will be dry but cloudy, with some wintry showers near southern and eastern coasts.
Tuesday, February 18 to Tuesday, March 4: High pressure will likely dominate initially. There may be a weak signal for less cold weather later in the month. Temperatures could rise to near average.
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