Britain is preparing for another significant wintry episode as meteorological data reveals an intense blizzard is forecast to sweep across the country, commencing from midnight on Tuesday, January 27. Fresh weather maps from WXCHARTS, utilising the latest ECMWF model output, indicate a powerful low-pressure system will bring approximately twenty-four hours of snowfall, primarily targeting northern regions, while numerous southern cities are expected to be spared the worst of the conditions.
Timeline of the Approaching Snow Event
The most recent projections suggest snowfall will begin shortly after midnight on January 27. The initial impact is expected around areas including Stoke-on-Trent, Manchester, Liverpool, and parts of Scotland. As Tuesday morning progresses, around 9am, the precipitation is forecast to reach Birmingham and regions immediately south of the city.
Geographical Spread and Intensity
By 3pm on Tuesday, the snow band is predicted to extend into multiple counties in northern Wales. As the day concludes, the system will decisively push northwards. This movement leaves a small portion of central England, alongside the bulk of northern England and Scotland, facing the highest risk of persistent snowfall overnight into Wednesday, January 28.
Forecasters caution that the situation remains dynamic. Minor alterations in the system's trajectory could lead to unexpected developments, with snow lines potentially shifting at short notice. All accumulation projections are derived from the latest available model data.
Southern Cities Set to Escape the Worst
Despite the extensive wintry conditions forecast for the north, the weather maps indicate that several major cities across southern England will likely experience little to no settling snow. Warmer air in these regions is expected to ensure precipitation falls predominantly as rain.
The capital, London, together with much of the South East—including Brighton, Canterbury, and Maidstone—is predicted to dodge any significant snow accumulation. Throughout East Anglia, cities such as Norwich, Ipswich, and Cambridge are also anticipated to experience temperatures too mild for snow to settle effectively.
Western and Welsh Regions
Moving westward, South West England is projected to remain largely clear as the frigid air retreats northwards. This means Plymouth, Exeter, and Truro are expected to stay predominantly free of snow, despite potentially experiencing heavy rainfall. This pattern extends to portions of southern Wales, where Cardiff and Swansea lie beyond the main cold zone during this period.
WXCHARTS forecasts show the primary snow threat will remain focused across northern England and Scotland as the system moves northward around midnight on January 28. This will leave large swathes of southern and eastern England on the warmer side of the weather front, experiencing rainfall instead of snow. Britons, particularly in northern regions, are advised to stay updated with the latest forecasts from the Met Office and prepare for potential travel disruption.
