Despite the current high temperatures in the UK, there are indications that cold weather and snowfall are on the horizon. Advanced weather forecasting maps suggest that snow may fall for eight consecutive days later this month, with major cities like London expected to experience snowy conditions.
The onset of blizzards is projected to commence on March 13, as the ECMWF weather model predicts pockets of snow developing over Scotland, northern England, and parts of the south-west. An Atlantic weather front is set to arrive on March 14, bringing snow to Northern Ireland, southern Scotland, and northern England, alongside heavy rain in other parts of England and Wales.
Further snowfall is anticipated on March 15, mainly affecting northern regions such as Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Newcastle. By March 16 and 17, light snow is forecasted over Scottish hills, with possible wintry showers in South Wales and the south-west of England around midday on March 17.
The snowfall is expected to shift eastwards, with maps indicating snow impacting southern England and London by 6am on March 18. On March 19 and 20, Northern Ireland, northern England, and Scotland could see additional snow, concluding the eight-day streak of snowfall.
During this period, temperatures are likely to drop below freezing at times. On March 18, temperatures could plummet to -2°C in northern England and Scotland, while daytime temperatures in southern England may struggle to reach 4°C. Although the Met Office warns of wintry hazards later this month, it does not foresee extremely cold conditions.
Looking ahead to March 19 to April 2, the Met Office forecasts unsettled conditions across the UK initially, with rain and strong winds affecting many areas. Towards late March, weather patterns may slow down, leading to increased wintry hazards in the north and northwest regions. Overall, temperatures are expected to be near average, with a slight chance of below-average temperatures towards the end of March, but without any strong indications of severe cold weather.
