Brits Face Six Days of Snow
Weather maps indicate that the UK could experience up to six days of snowfall, with some areas seeing snow accumulating at a rate of 5cm per hour.
Snowfall Predictions Across the UK
Advanced weather models suggest a significant snow event beginning November 14, starting in northern Scotland and spreading southward. The GFS model shows nearly all of Scotland covered in snow by 6pm that day.
Intensity and Areas Affected
- Eastern and central regions of Scotland may experience snow falling at around 5cm per hour.
- Snow is expected to move south to northern England’s higher ground by November 15.
- Northern Ireland could see snowfall rates of about 1cm per hour.
Conditions in England and Wales
While heavy rain is forecast for lower areas of England and Wales, light snow is predicted:
- In the Cairngorms National Park from November 16 to 18.
- Drifting southward on November 19, bringing light snow (less than 1cm per hour) to northern England, Wales, the Midlands, and the south coast, including Southampton.
Snow Departure
All snowfall is expected to have cleared the UK by November 20.
“Where the snow is most intense, in eastern and central regions, the white stuff could be falling at a rate of around 5cm per hour.”
Summary: A prolonged snow event is forecast to affect much of the UK from November 14 to 19, with the heaviest snowfall in Scotland and lighter flurries reaching southern parts before clearing by November 20.