New weather maps have revealed that the United Kingdom is set to face a severe two-day blizzard, with predictions indicating widespread snowfall across multiple regions. The event is scheduled to commence on February 27, bringing a wintry end to the month and potential disruption to daily life.
Extensive Snowfall Predicted
According to the GFS weather model, large swathes of Scotland, Wales, Northern England, and the Midlands will be impacted by this blizzard. Snow is expected to sweep along the west coast, starting from Ullapool in Scotland and extending down past Manchester. In Wales, areas such as Snowdonia in the north-west are likely to experience significant snow, while Ireland and Northern Ireland may see smaller flurries from midday on Friday, February 27.
Timeline and Accumulation
The snowfall will persist into Friday evening, with parts of Scotland anticipated to receive up to 10 centimetres of snow. Throughout the early hours of Saturday morning, the blizzard will continue to affect the west coast, targeting cities including Glasgow, Blackpool, and Manchester. By Saturday afternoon, the east coast is also expected to be blanketed, with locations like Berwick, Fife, and Dundee forecast to see snow.
Met Office Advanced Forecast
The Met Office has issued an advanced warning for the period from February 24 to March 5, describing the weather as largely changeable. They state that Atlantic frontal systems will move across the country, interspersed with brief dry and bright intervals. Rain and showers are predicted to be heaviest and most frequent in western regions, while more sheltered eastern areas may experience lighter precipitation.
Often windy conditions are expected, with a chance of gales at times. Temperatures, initially well above average, are likely to fall closer to average towards the end of February and into March. This drop could bring wintry showers or even snow to upland areas in the north, with a very small possibility of more settled weather by the end of the period.
Potential Impact on Major Cities
Shocking new weather maps suggest that several major UK cities could be buried under snow at the start of March. Urban centres such as Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, and Glasgow are all at risk of snowfall around this time. In contrast, southern parts of England are expected to see precipitation primarily as rain.
BBC Weather forecasts indicate a chance of some wintry showers at the beginning of next month. However, BBC forecasters also note that temperatures could rise to just above average, potentially mitigating the severity of the snow in some areas.
Residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather warnings and prepare for possible travel disruptions and hazardous conditions as this blizzard approaches.
