The Met Office and BBC have released their forecasts for Christmas 2025, with predictions of 'wintry' showers and colder conditions. While a widespread White Christmas is unlikely, some areas may see snow, particularly over higher ground.
BBC's forecast for December 20 to 28 suggests a change in weather patterns during Christmas week, with high pressure extending from southern Scandinavia pushing low pressure systems away. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are expected to be breezy, especially in the south, and noticeably chillier than recent days. Light rain or drizzle is possible, with some 'wintriness' over higher ground, but most areas should remain largely dry.
The Met Office's forecast for December 24 to January 2 predicts a strengthening easterly wind, making conditions feel colder. Showers are possible, especially in eastern and southern regions, with some wintry showers expected in the run-up to New Year rather than on Christmas Day. High pressure is likely to dominate, bringing settled conditions, but with an increasing chance of showery weather later in the period. Temperatures will be below average, with frost likely where skies are clear and winds light.
Netweather's forecast for December 22 to 28 makes no mention of snow, predicting high pressure dominating with an easterly flow. Temperatures are expected to be near or slightly above seasonal norms due to mild continental air. Cloudy conditions with light showery rain are likely in the east, while western areas may see sunny spells and frost at night.
For an official White Christmas, the Met Office requires just one snowflake to fall anywhere in the UK on December 25. The last widespread White Christmas was in 2010, when snow was recorded at 83% of weather stations. In 2023, snow fell at 11% of stations, technically making it a White Christmas.
