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UK Braces for Arctic Blast as Temperatures Plummet to -7°C
16 Nov
Summary
- Blizzards forecast as far south as London and Cornwall
- Temperatures plunging to -8°C in Scottish Highlands
- Snow likely in Scotland, Northern Ireland, North Yorkshire, and southwest England
As of November 16th, 2025, the UK is bracing for a significant cold snap that is expected to bring blizzards and freezing temperatures to much of the country. According to the latest weather forecasts, snowfall is predicted as far south as London and Cornwall, with the potential for lows of -8°C in the Scottish Highlands.
The northern regions of England near the Scottish border will also experience chilly conditions, with temperatures dropping to around -5°C. Most of England is expected to sit just below freezing, with much of the South reaching lows of -2°C. The Met Office has also warned that snow is a strong possibility in several areas, including Scotland, Northern Ireland, the North Yorkshire Moors, west Wales, and the moors of southwest England.
These wintry conditions are most likely to arrive on Tuesday and Wednesday of the coming week, with a Met Office meteorologist predicting a significant 8-10 degree drop in temperatures across the UK. The lowest temperatures are expected to be somewhere between -5°C and -7°C, and the first widespread countrywide frost is anticipated on Monday morning.
