Northerly airflow is set to bring cold arctic air to the UK from Sunday, with snow possible the early part of next week, as milder Atlantic air pushes in from the south west. Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist David Hayter explained: “While the initial snow risk from Sunday onwards is looking most likely to be coastal areas in the north of the UK, including North Sea and Irish Sea coasts, there’s an ongoing likelihood of some disruptive snow through the middle to latter part of next week. “What we’re keeping an eye on for this disruptive snow is where exactly this milder air from the southwest bumps into the cold air that will be in place over the UK. “It’s where these airmasses meet that there’s a likelihood of some substantial snow for some places. “Having a few essential items in the boot – no matter what distance you’re going – can make a massive difference in a breakdown situation in freezing conditions.

Source: The Times January 13, 2024 11:11 UTC