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UK Snow Forecast: White Christmas Hopes Rise
12 Dec
Summary
- The Met Office predicts potential snow on high northern ground.
- Unsettled weather with rain is expected across the UK.
- Strong winds and coastal gales are also a possibility.
The UK's Met Office has unveiled its long-range forecast for the festive period, offering insights into the possibility of snow this December. The outlook, covering December 16 to 25, indicates that snow is most likely to fall on elevated terrain in the northern regions of the country.
Weather patterns are expected to be unsettled, with intermittent rain anticipated throughout the UK. The western and northwestern areas are likely to experience the most persistent and heaviest rainfall. Meanwhile, eastern and southeastern areas may remain comparatively drier. Coastal regions and higher altitudes could also face strong winds, with a risk of gales.
This forecast provides an early glimpse into potential weather conditions for the Christmas season. While snow is suggested for specific northern areas, the overall outlook points towards a mix of rain and wind across the nation, creating a dynamic weather scenario for the latter half of December.
