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UK Braces for 12-Hour Snow Blizzard!
12 Dec
Summary
- Advanced weather models predict a 12-hour blizzard striking the UK.
- Snowfall is expected to begin on Christmas Eve night in Ireland.
- Wintry conditions are forecast to affect the UK from Christmas Day into early January.
Advanced weather modeling indicates a significant chance of a 12-hour blizzard impacting the UK later this month. Forecasts suggest wintry conditions could arrive on Boxing Day, with snow potentially starting on Christmas Eve night in Northern Ireland and Ireland. This weather system is expected to sweep in from the Atlantic, bringing a mix of rain and snow.
By Boxing Day morning, snow is predicted for various regions including the Peak District, northwest England, and parts of Scotland. As the day progresses, areas like Manchester and Glasgow could also experience snowfall. Snow coverage maps suggest a substantial Arctic blast with snow settled on the ground in western Northern Ireland, North Wales, northern England, and much of Scotland.
The Met Office, however, offers a more cautious outlook, expecting snow to be confined to higher ground from December 26 to January 9. Their forecast emphasizes an increasing likelihood of dry weather, especially in the south, with rain and wind more probable in the north. Temperatures are anticipated to be near normal, with snow primarily affecting northern higher elevations.
