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Brits Brace for Arctic Blast: -13C Freeze Looms
23 Feb
Summary
- Sub-zero temperatures as low as -13C could hit the UK.
- Wintry conditions are forecast to impact several UK cities starting March 9.
- Dozens of flood warnings remain active across England due to ongoing flooding.
A stark weather map indicates that the UK could experience freezing conditions, with temperatures potentially dropping to -13C starting March 9. This deep chill is predicted to affect numerous cities, including parts of northern England.
The Met Office, however, forecasts more changeable weather from March 10, characterized by rain and strong winds from Atlantic systems, especially in the northwest. The southeast is expected to remain drier, with temperatures generally near or slightly above average.
This week's forecast includes damp starts on Tuesday, with brightening conditions in central and southern areas, while cloud and rain are possible elsewhere. By Wednesday, rain is expected in the north and west, with drier, sunny spells in the southeast. Thursday is predicted to be wetter and windier for all regions.
In parallel, ongoing groundwater and river flooding impacts are probable across parts of the South of England and Somerset over the next five days, leading to property flooding and travel disruptions, as 49 flood warnings remain in effect across England.
