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Bitter Cold Snap Follows Storm Claudia, Bringing Snow Risks to UK
15 Nov
Summary
- Severe flooding in Wales after Storm Claudia
- Over 119mm of rainfall recorded in 12 hours
- Upcoming cold snap could bring snow and "marked wind chill"
On November 15, 2025, the UK is bracing for a cold snap in the aftermath of Storm Claudia, which had a "devastating" impact in Wales last week. The storm, named by the Spanish meteorological service, led to severe flooding in the town of Monmouth, where dozens of people were rescued from their homes or evacuated after the River Monnow burst its banks.
In the 12 hours leading up to Saturday morning, a rain gauge in Gwent, south-east Wales, recorded 119.6mm of rainfall, while 80.6mm was recorded in Worcestershire over the same period. As the clean-up efforts continue, the Met Office warns that the cold snap could bring snow and a "marked wind chill" to the region in the coming days.
Temperatures are expected to dip as low as -7°C in some areas, with daytime highs struggling to reach single digits across the country. The combination of the cold and a brisk northerly wind will create a significant wind chill, marking a "notable change" in the UK's weather after a prolonged period of above-average temperatures.
