A significant snowstorm spanning 578 miles is forecasted to bring up to 23 inches of snow across the UK in the first week of March. The snow bomb is expected to stretch from Oban in Scotland to Plymouth, as shown by new weather maps from WXCharts using MetDesk data. The purple mass on the maps indicates below zero temperatures and significant snowfall, with some areas likely to receive 23 inches of snow. The weather shift is anticipated to occur around 6 pm on March 5.
The forecast suggests that regions in Scotland, including the North West, the North East, and Yorkshire, will be heavily covered in snow. By midnight on March 6, Perth and Kinross are expected to accumulate around five inches of snow, while Argyll and Bute along with Stirling may see up to 4 inches of snow.
In Wales, the northern and central areas are predicted to experience lighter snowfall compared to areas further south like Devon and Cornwall. Cumbria in England is likely to be the most affected region with snow depths potentially reaching 6 inches.
The Met Office anticipates fluctuating temperatures in the upcoming weeks, with a possibility of temperatures dropping in early March. The long-range forecast from February 25 to March 6 highlights a mix of Atlantic frontal systems bringing rain and showers, interspersed with dry and bright intervals. The forecast also mentions the likelihood of colder spells with sleet or snow showers, especially in the northwest.
While temperatures are expected to rise above average in the following weeks, there is a caution from the Met Office about possible short-lived colder conditions.
