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Highlands and Cairngorms Brace for Wintry Weather
29 Oct
Summary
- Snow expected in parts of Scotland today
- Heaviest snowfall predicted around 6pm
- Unsettled weather forecast for UK in late November
On 2025-10-29T12:27:11+00:00, parts of Scotland are preparing for a wintry blast as the weather turns colder and the nights grow longer. According to weather models, the Highlands and surrounding areas, including the Cairngorms, are likely to see snowfall throughout the day.
The heaviest snow is predicted to hit around 6pm, with the weather maps showing purple spots indicating where the snow will settle. While the data suggests snow could fall at a rate of 10cm per hour in some areas, the actual accumulation on the ground is expected to be around 1cm.
Looking ahead, the weather outlook for the UK in late November is set to remain unsettled. The Met Office forecast states that the country will likely experience showers or longer spells of rain, along with a risk of strong winds. However, the second half of the month is expected to bring more dry and fine weather, although with the possibility of overnight fog and frost.
