As the UK braces for an Arctic blast, it’s time to dig out those woolly jumpers!
The unusually mild and dry November weather is set to make way for colder conditions, with a significant drop in temperatures, snow, sleet, and icy surfaces expected across parts of the country.
The UK Met Office has issued a series of weather warnings, beginning on Sunday at 4 pm for northern Scotland, including the Orkney and Shetland islands.
The warning, which lasts until 11 am on Monday, highlights the risk of wintry showers, including hail, sleet, and snow.
The wintry weather could result in slippery surfaces, making travel conditions hazardous.
Higher ground could see snow accumulations of up to 10cm, while lower levels may receive between 1cm and 3cm.
Northern Scotland braces for snow, sleet, and icy roads as Arctic blast arrives.By Monday evening, the wintry weather will extend to southern Scotland, northern England, the East Midlands, and north Wales, where another weather warning will be in place from 7 pm on Monday to 10 am on Tuesday.
Snowfall could reach up to 20cm at higher altitudes, and while snow at lower levels remains uncertain, the potential for 5cm to 10cm of disruptive snow exists.
The Met Office is also forecasting a risk of power cuts, travel disruption, and icy surfaces.
The cold temperatures are expected to cause a hard frost overnight into Monday, creating hazardous driving conditions, particularly during the morning rush hour.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued cold weather alerts for large parts of England, warning of a heightened risk of illness due to the chill.
Travelers are advised to take extra precautions. It’s essential to allow more time for journeys and ensure your car is equipped with winter essentials, including warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, and an ice scraper.
With these conditions, there’s also a risk that rural communities could become isolated.
Stay safe and prepared as the colder weather sets in across the UK, bringing with it a true taste of winter.