Snow could soon be on it’s way (Image: Getty)
The Met Office has warned that snow could be on its way next week, naming the areas most likely to be hit. Cold air is set to take hold in the coming days, causing mercury around the country to drop, leading to some chilly and frosty starts going into next weekend.
In its latest long-range forecast, which extends from Thursday, February 12, through to Sunday, March 8, the national forecaster predicts that the UK will remain under the influence of low-pressure systems. When this wet low-pressure system meets cold air, it creates perfect conditions for snow to form. With a notable cold spell forecasted late next week, the white stuff could be on the way.
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Temperatures are forecast to plummet this week (Image: Getty)
While for many in Wales or the south of England, this low pressure will likely mean even more rain, for those in northern and north-eastern areas, snow could well be on its way.
According to the Met Office forecast: “Predominantly cyclonic patterns are expected to dominate the UK.
“The early part of this period could see colder conditions becoming established more widely for a time, bringing with it the likelihood of some snow, primarily to the north and northeast.
“However, this should offer a few days’ respite from the wet weather across the south. By the end of this period, the track of Atlantic depressions may shift a little further north than during the last few weeks.
“This will maintain broadly unsettled weather, with further spells of rain and perhaps strong winds at times. Many parts may become somewhat milder, given more of a westerly influence, though there remains the chance that colder conditions could linger towards the northeast.”
The snow may bring a brief rest to the weeks of rain (Image: Getty)
The forecasters warned that from Tuesday, Brits should wrap up with a notable drop in temperatures.
While much of the UK can expect to be covered in rain, as temperatures continue to plummet, snow in northern areas may still be possible.
Much of the UK will plunge into the negatives by Friday, with daytime highs expected to rise to around 5C, meaning much of the snow may not settle.
Looking into the week after, some snow is once again possible but likely to be exclusive to high ground as wet weather takes over once again.
The Met Office added: “Broadly changeable conditions are expected across the UK during this period.
“Low pressure systems will probably dominate, meaning showers or longer spells of rain, heavy at times, for much of the UK, and still the chance of some hill snow in the north.”