For those of us just about getting over the last cold snap and enjoying those sunny January strolls, I come bearing some news which may change things. It is being predicted that snow may be back on the cards as early as next week, with the BBC forecast predicting snow and sleet showers from next Tuesday 27 January until Sunday 1 February.
Earlier this month, the snow blast was labelled as another “Beast from the East,” in reference to the winter storm in 2018 that swept across the nation.
It might be time to crack out the thermals and fluffy socks once again, as temperatures are set to dip ,with some parts of the UK set to experience temperatures of -7 degrees, lasting for 10 days. Before the recent snowfall earlier this month, London had been experiencing a rather mild winter. After the flurries we experienced a couple of weeks ago, many thought that the return to temperatures of around 11 degrees meant we could sail into spring without any dramatic dips in temperature, but it’s not looking likely.
When can we expect snow in London?
Forecasts last week, which came from WX Charts who use data from the Met Office, suggested that London will experience a snow bomb later this month, starting from around 27-28 January and the new BBC forecast seems to confirm snow is on the cards. The Met Office’s long-range forecast (21 January- 30 January) predicts “an increased chance that conditions will turn colder. This aspect of the forecast is still somewhat uncertain but the potential transition to colder weather also increases the chance of snow across parts of the country.”
Temperatures are set to stay above feezing though, so it’s unlikely snow will settle.
Will the rest of the UK be affected?
According to WX weather charts, it’s looking likely that the whole UK will see snowfall during this period, with Scotland seeing a few inches of snowfall. Other major cities like Birmingham and Manchester are also set to see some snowfall.
There is still a chance that snow may not develop, and instead the UK will be battered with cold Easterly winds, so watch this space. As always, when temperatures drop, icy conditions go hand in hand so Londoners should be cautious when travelling during these periods.