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UK Braces for Arctic Blast with Widespread Snow and Plunging Temperatures
9 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Scotland's Highlands and Aberdeenshire to see up to 20cm of snow
- Northern England and parts of Wales also expected to see snowfall
- Midlands could experience a mix of sleet and rain
On November 9, 2025, weather forecasters have issued a warning of an impending Arctic blast that is set to hit the UK later this month. According to the latest weather maps, much of the country is expected to experience a wintry turn by November 23, as freezing air sweeps in from the north.
Scotland is anticipated to bear the brunt of the cold snap, with the Highlands and parts of Aberdeenshire potentially seeing snow depths of up to 18 to 20 centimeters. The weather maps indicate deep snow accumulation extending from Inverness to Perth and Fife, while flurries are also likely across the Central Belt and even into Edinburgh.
Northern England and parts of Wales are also expected to see snowfall, with white showers forecast for the Pennines, Cumbria, and North Wales. Areas around Manchester, Newcastle, and the Peak District may wake up to a light dusting, while the Midlands could see a mix of sleet and rain.
Overall, the UK is bracing for a major winter weather event that is likely to disrupt daily life and transportation in the affected regions.
