New weather predictions indicate that Brits are set to experience strong 60mph winds and blizzards on a specific date. The WXCharts maps, utilizing Metdesk data, forecast snowfall across various regions including Wales, Lancashire, Cumbria, and parts of Northeast England. In addition, some of the expected snowfall on Friday may extend as far south as the Midlands.
Anticipated weather patterns suggest that powerful 60mph gales will move along the west coast of Wales and into the Lancashire coastline on Thursday. Despite the surge in temperatures in certain areas, such as Bude in Cornwall reaching a high of 12.9C, a drop in temperatures is expected later in the week.
Forecasts also indicate rainfall from Thursday night into Friday morning, affecting regions like the South West of England. Recent data reveals substantial rainfall, with over 43mm recorded in Tyndrum, Stirling, on Sunday, raising concerns about potential flooding.
The Met Office highlighted that Wednesday should start dry and bright but cold, with wet and windy weather projected to move northeastward on Thursday, followed by blustery showers on Friday. Weather alerts are in place for various regions, with a yellow ice warning active for the Scottish Highlands, Glasgow, and the South West of Scotland from 6pm today until 10am tomorrow.
Furthermore, a yellow rain warning is in place from 9am to 11:59pm on Thursday for regions like the South West, southern Wales, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight, where flooding in some residences and businesses is possible. Looking ahead to Thursday to Saturday, the Met Office foresees further rain, average temperatures in the south, colder conditions in the north, and a potential spell of heavy rain and strong winds on Thursday night.
Forecasters expect changeable weather across the UK from January 17 to January 26, with the likelihood of low-pressure systems bringing showers or prolonged rain to many areas. Western regions may experience more wet weather, while drier and settled conditions are probable towards the east. Overall, temperatures are expected to be near normal, but colder spells may occur in the north and east, potentially leading to winter-related hazards.