Large parts of the United Kingdom are preparing for a fresh bout of wintry weather, with new snow maps indicating a significant snowfall event is due before the week is out.
Affected Regions and Timing
According to the latest data from WXCharts, based on MetDesk information, the snow is predicted to settle across a wide area by 6am on Friday. This follows recent snowy conditions that already left substantial drifts in areas like Northumberland.
The Full List of Counties
The weather maps pinpoint sixteen specific counties that are expected to be impacted. The northern and western regions of England, along with parts of Wales, are set for the most notable accumulations.
The counties where snow is forecast to settle include:
- Cumbria
- Northumberland
- Durham
- Lancashire
- Anglesey
- Conwy
- Gwynedd
- Ceredigion
Furthermore, the snowfall is also expected to reach several counties in the Midlands and eastern England:
- Powys
- Carmarthenshire
- Staffordshire
- West Midlands
- Worcestershire
- Derbyshire
- Nottinghamshire
- Lincolnshire
Preparing for the Winter Weather
This UK snow forecast serves as an early warning for residents and commuters in the affected areas. The anticipated snowfall, as detailed by the WXCharts depth map, is likely to cause travel disruptions and necessitate extra precautions for Friday morning journeys. It is advisable to monitor the latest updates from official weather sources as the situation develops.