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UK Braces for 'Beast from the East' Snowstorm
21 Feb
Summary
- Snow is predicted to move across the UK from the east on March 7.
- Up to 14cm of snow may settle in northern England and North Wales.
- Conditions could improve this weekend before a potential blizzard arrives.
Forecasters are warning of a potential 'Beast from the East' snowstorm sweeping across the UK on March 7. Weather models show snow originating over continental Europe and the North Sea, moving eastward towards the country. Initial impacts are anticipated in south-east England, including London, and over the Pennines and Scotland by midday on March 7.
Throughout March 7, the snow is expected to spread nationwide, significantly affecting southern, central, and northern England by evening. By March 8, heavy snow is forecast for most of England and Wales, with major cities like London, Birmingham, and Manchester in the path of the storm. Snow depth could reach up to 14cm in the Pennines and North Wales, with lesser amounts in the Midlands and Scotland.
The Met Office suggests further snow is possible in late February and early March, with changeable conditions and potential gales. Temperatures may fluctuate, with colder spells bringing a chance of sleet or snow showers, particularly in the northwest. BBC Weather indicates a possibility of drier conditions due to building high pressure, but also notes a small risk of colder air from higher latitudes, which could lead to wintry showers.
