Britons are expected to encounter snowy weather conditions for four consecutive days this week, based on the latest weather forecasts. Recent days have seen a drop in temperatures, indicating a prolonged spell of freezing weather approaching the end of October. According to updated weather maps from WXCharts utilizing Metdesk data, snowfall is predicted to commence on Thursday, covering various regions such as Wales, northern England, and parts of Scotland.
The trend of snow flurries is projected to persist into Friday morning, with Scotland likely to be entirely covered by the end of the day. As the weekend approaches, the likelihood of heavier snowfall increases, enveloping Scotland, northern England, sections of the eastern coast, and Wales.
Sunday is anticipated to bring snowfall to additional regions like Northern Ireland and the Midlands, as per the weather maps. Starting from 6 am on October 26, Wales, northern England, and Scotland are expected to experience snowfall. Subsequent snowfall is foreseen on Monday, October 27, with coastal areas in eastern and western England also set to see snow. The North Pennines, North Yorkshire, Durham, and Northumberland may encounter lows of -2C, while Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, and areas near Brecon in Wales could reach 0C. Temperatures in the Midlands may range from 0C to 1C, and Cornwall and Devon could experience 3C.
The Met Office has stated that the unsettled weather conditions will persist until November. The forecast from October 24 to November 2 indicates continued unsettled conditions, potentially transitioning to a more changeable westerly pattern with wetter weather in northern and western regions. Temperatures are likely to remain close to or slightly below normal.
Looking ahead to the first half of November, further unsettled weather is expected with systems spreading from the west bringing bouts of rain and strong winds. By early November, the heaviest rain may concentrate in northern areas, moving towards western regions later, with temperatures hovering around normal levels. Scotland is expected to see fine weather, while sunshine, heavy showers, hail, and thunder are anticipated elsewhere.
Tuesday will likely bring sunny spells and scattered showers, remaining breezy and unsettled thereafter with more wet and windy weather sweeping across all areas, followed by showers and potential gales in some places.