A significant weather event is expected to move across the United Kingdom next week, bringing heavy rain to some regions and substantial snowfall to others.
Detailed weather models indicate that snowfall is projected in Wales, the Midlands, northern England, and Scotland early on Tuesday. The data suggests snowfall rates could reach up to one inch per hour, particularly over elevated areas.
The snowfall is forecasted to escalate during the morning, with the Peak District potentially experiencing flurries of up to four inches per hour around 9 am. Cities like Manchester and Birmingham are likely to be impacted as the snow spreads to lower-lying areas. Parts of southern England may also see snowfall, although most areas in the south can expect heavy rainfall.
By 3 pm, the ECMWF model indicates that snowfall will become sporadic, affecting regions like the south-west, East Anglia, Wales, Northern Ireland, as well as parts of northern England and Scotland.
Later in the evening, snowfall is expected to intensify in Yorkshire and the Pennines. The data suggests that by 9 pm, northern England could experience snowfall rates of around four inches per hour.
Snow depth charts suggest that while snow may not accumulate in southern areas of the UK, significant snowfall is expected in other regions. The Scottish Highlands could see up to 69cm of snow, with northern England and Wales expecting 24cm and 7cm respectively. Northern Ireland may receive around 2cm of snow.
The Met Office also predicts snowfall in the upcoming week. The agency’s forecast from Sunday to Tuesday indicates continued unsettled weather with bands of rain moving northward. Colder temperatures are expected, increasing the likelihood of snow, especially in northern hilly areas.
Looking ahead to Wednesday until February 6, weather systems are expected to bring rain and showers from the Atlantic. The interaction with high pressure may result in persistent rain, especially in the south and west, while wintry showers are likely in the northeast. There is a risk of snow, primarily in hilly regions.
BBC forecasters also anticipate snowfall next week, with rain transitioning to snow in western and southwestern areas. Snowfall is expected over higher ground in north Wales, northern England, and Scotland. Another band of rain and hill snow could move in later in the week, with varying conditions before and after.
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