UK snow maps show exact date blizzards hit England, Scotland and Wales | Weather | News
The UK could see snow from next week as the latest weather models predict a snowy start to the festive period in certain areas across the UK. Cold weather could set the stage for a white Christmas, with patches of snow forecast to fall across England, Scotland and Wales as the mercury drops below zero, according to new charts from weather forecasters at WX Charts.
The model has predicted that bands of rain moving southwards across the UK on Sunday 21 December, combined with cooler air, will allow some of the drizzle to turn to snow. By 6pm, showers are expected to begin falling in areas of South Wales, including around Swansea and further north in Snowdonia.
As it moves eastwards the Cotswolds can expect to be blanketed with areas around Gloucester and Cheltenham and may also forecast some showers.
Elsewhere, white cover is also predicted to be smothered in parts of Greater Manchester, particularly around Bolton and Warrington, while higher ground in the Highlands of Scotland can also be expected to experience snow.
Apart from the winter showers, the recent wet, mild and calm weather will move after the high pressure area, bringing with it cold, dry and wintry air.
Temperatures are forecast to drop close to freezing for many, with WXCharts showing 0C overall, with temperatures as low as -2C in parts of Scotland.
Although sustained snow accumulation is unlikely, snow depths of around 20cm are forecast in the worst-affected areas.
In the Met Office’s long-term forecast for this period, weather experts are also predicting a decline in interest but are warning of night frosts and morning fog rather than snow.
The forecast for the period from Friday 19 December to Sunday 28 December stated: “High pressure is expected to become more widespread towards next week.
“Winds will be light and skies are likely to be clearer, but that doesn’t rule out the possibility of the odd shower, especially along the coasts.
“High pressure and stable air will cause temperatures to move closer to average, and night frosts and morning fog will gradually disappear.”
