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UK Faces Blizzard Conditions as Storm Dave Arrives
3 Apr
Summary
- Storm Dave will bring blizzard conditions to northern Scotland.
- Winds of up to 70mph are expected across warning areas.
- Heavy snow could accumulate up to 20cm in northern Scotland.
Storm Dave is set to rapidly develop and impact the UK from Saturday evening, bringing a significant wintry blast. Northern Scotland can expect blizzard conditions with up to 20cm of snow accumulation and winds reaching 70mph. Other regions under weather warnings, including Northern Ireland, Wales, and parts of northern England, will experience heavy rain and gusts of 50-60mph.
Yellow wind warnings will be active across multiple regions from Saturday evening until Sunday morning. Additional warnings are in place for the rest of Scotland, with potential gusts up to 90mph in exposed areas. A snow warning also covers parts of Scotland, anticipating 5-10cm of accumulation above 200m elevation. Temperatures may drop to 0C in northern Scotland.
Ahead of Storm Dave's arrival, a front is forecast to bring rain to most of the UK on Good Friday. The Met Office advises the public to prepare properties for strong winds and stay updated on evolving weather forecasts.
