Britons might experience an early onset of winter towards the end of this month, as advanced weather charts indicate the potential for the first snowfall of the season. According to forecast data from WXCharts using MetDesk’s GEFS model, regions in the UK, particularly the Scottish Highlands, could witness snowfall between Monday, October 20, and Wednesday, October 22. Temperatures are expected to drop significantly, nearing freezing levels in mountainous areas and hovering just above 0 degrees Celsius elsewhere in Scotland.
Anticipated flurries are likely to develop from early Monday morning until midday in the northern and western Highlands, while areas like Edinburgh may experience cold rain instead of snow. Beyond Scotland, parts of northern England, particularly around the Pennines and elevated terrain between Newcastle and Manchester, may also see patches of snow. Wintry showers could occur in these regions from Monday evening through Wednesday evening, predominantly over hilly terrains. However, the rest of the UK, including southern England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Ireland, are expected to remain too mild for snowfall.
The long-range forecast from the Met Office suggests that high-pressure systems will prevail from Tuesday, October 14, to Thursday, October 23. Towards the latter part of this period, indications point to low-pressure systems moving in from the west, although the specifics of any wetter and unsettled weather remain uncertain. Moving forward from Thursday, October 24, to Friday, November 7, changeable conditions are anticipated across the UK, with low-pressure systems likely dominating. Showers or extended periods of rain may occur intermittently, potentially heavy in some areas, while temperatures are forecasted to remain close to seasonal averages.
In the interim, prevailing conditions are expected to stay predominantly dry and stable. Friday’s outlook suggests generally settled weather, with varying cloud cover and intermittent sunny intervals, particularly in the northeast, while western Scotland may experience thicker cloud cover and sporadic rain. Looking ahead to Saturday through Monday, the forecast indicates a continuation of high-pressure conditions, leading to mostly dry weather, light winds, sunny spells, and temperatures around average levels, accompanied by cold nights and patchy fog. Daytime temperatures are likely to remain near normal ranges.
