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UK Weather: Weekend Storm Brings Rain, Wind, and Frost
27 Nov
Summary
- Heavy rain and winds to sweep England and Wales on Saturday.
- Gusts up to 50-60mph possible in eastern England Saturday into Sunday.
- Temperatures to drop, with frost and wintry showers in Scotland.
The UK is bracing for a significant change in weather as strong winds are expected to subside by Friday morning. However, a new weather system developing over the weekend will bring heavy rain and potentially strengthening winds to England and Wales.
Forecasters note some uncertainty in computer models regarding the exact path and intensity of this system. Nevertheless, persistent heavy rain is anticipated, particularly in eastern England. A strong north to northeasterly wind is forecast from late Saturday into Sunday, with gusts potentially reaching 50-60mph in eastern areas.
This northerly airflow will usher in significantly colder temperatures across the UK. Maximum temperatures on Sunday are expected to be between 3-9C. Scotland faces the coldest conditions, with some areas possibly experiencing a 'frost day' where temperatures remain below freezing. Wintry showers are also forecast for northern and eastern Scotland, with a temporary chance of snow in the Highlands on Monday as milder winds spread across the UK.
