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UK Faces Two-Day Blizzard: Snowfall Expected Feb 16-17
9 Feb
Summary
- Heavy snow forecast for February 16 and 17 across the UK.
- Up to 10cm of snow expected, with double in Scotland.
- Icy conditions and travel hazards are possible with freezing temperatures.
A significant weather event is predicted for the UK on February 16 and 17, as heavy snow is forecast to move across the country. Snowfall is expected to begin around midnight on February 16, developing as a weather front collides with cold air. Northern and eastern areas of England, and much of Scotland, are bracing for the brunt of the snow.
Forecasters predict that many areas could wake up to 10cm of settled snow, with Scotland potentially experiencing double this amount. While southern precipitation may turn to rain, snow is expected to persist in Cumbria, Northumberland, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, and Scotland.
The snow is predicted to return overnight as temperatures drop, affecting the Midlands and Wales. The persistent cold temperatures increase the likelihood of settled snow, icy conditions, and potential travel hazards like black ice developing by morning.
