What areas of the UK are expected to see the coldest temperatures?

The northern Pennine areas of County Durham, Cumbria, and Northumberland are expected to see the lowest temperatures, down to -1°C (30°F).

Will there be any snow in the UK this week?

Yes, the Met Office has warned that areas of higher ground in northern England are likely to see snow as rain sweeps across the country on Tuesday, though it is expected to be 'fairly short-lived' and melt by Wednesday.

When will the clocks go back in the UK?

The clocks are set to go back in the early hours of Sunday, just days before the cold snap hits the country.

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Frost Warnings Issued Across Britain as Temperatures Plummet

20 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Temperatures set to drop to freezing in parts of the Pennines
Lowest temps of -1°C expected in northern England
Icy conditions and potential snow forecast for early this week

Frost Warnings Issued Across Britain as Temperatures Plummet

On 2025-10-20T06:25:51+00:00, Britain is set to experience the first widespread frosts of the autumn season as temperatures are forecast to plummet over the next few days. According to the Met Office, the chilly conditions are the result of a 'cold northerly airflow' moving in after a week of heavy, blustery, and sometimes thundery showers across the country.

The lowest temperatures, down to -1°C (30°F), are expected in the northern Pennine areas of County Durham, Cumbria, and Northumberland. Elsewhere, temperatures are predicted to fall to the low single figures, with the potential for freezing conditions in parts of the Pennines as far south as the Peak District.

The cold snap is arriving just days before the clocks go back on Sunday, marking the start of the winter season. Icy conditions and even snow are expected to return, with the Met Office warning of widespread frost and the possibility of snow hitting parts of the country early this week. While the snow is expected to be 'fairly short-lived' and melt by Wednesday, the chilly mornings and frosty starts are set to continue for the rest of the week.