The Met Office has issued a new update on the polar vortex as the El Niño weather phenomenon threatens a brutal cold snap this winter, and possibly even snow.
Polar vortex and El Niño threat
The update comes as forecasters monitor the polar vortex, a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding the Earth's poles. Changes in its strength can influence winter weather patterns in the UK.
El Niño, a climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean, is known to affect global weather. The Met Office's latest assessment suggests its interaction with the polar vortex could bring colder conditions to Britain in the coming months.
Snow possible across the UK
According to the update, snow could hit the UK as temperatures are expected to plunge. The warning highlights the potential for significant disruption during the winter period.
No specific dates or regions have been confirmed, but the Met Office continues to monitor the situation closely. Further updates are expected as forecasts develop.
