The Met Office has issued a warning that parts of the UK will experience snow and temperatures as low as -5C this week. The national weather agency forecasts a 'markedly colder' Wednesday across all regions, with rain, sleet, and hail showers expected widely.
Deputy Chief Forecaster Steven Keates described the sudden drop as 'quite a shock to the system'. Snow is likely over higher ground in the north, while low-lying areas may see sunshine but feel cold due to wind chill. Overnight temperatures could plunge to -5C in rural parts of Scotland.
The BBC forecast echoes this, predicting a chilly and windy Wednesday with sunny spells and wintry showers over hills. Thursday is expected to remain dry with sunny spells for most, though cloud and rain will push into Northern Ireland and western parts later in the day.
Temperatures are forecast to return closer to average from Friday onwards, but further weather systems may affect the UK over the weekend, particularly in northern areas. The Met Office's longer-range forecast for March 28 to April 6 indicates changeable conditions, with frontal systems bringing rain and stronger winds, especially in the north.
