UK Braces for Snow and Frost Overkill This Weekend!

Overnight warnings have been issued for central England and Wales as cold, frosty weather moves southward. Frost is also anticipated in northern regions, particularly widespread in rural Scotland. By the weekend, fog is expected to give way to snowy conditions. Maps indicate that areas from Wick to Portree could be covered in snow on Sunday, with temperatures dropping to as low as -4C. These cold conditions are expected to become less widespread later in the weekend, with temperatures recovering and some rain possible.

Conversely, parts of England are forecast to receive heavy rainfall. Met Office Chief Meteorologist Jason Kelly noted that snow showers might briefly affect lower ground in northern Scotland and the Northern Isles, mainly Shetland, during Wednesday night and into Thursday. However, he added that snow settling on higher ground is normal for this time of year.