UK Set for 72-Hour Snow Front Bringing -8C Temperatures
The UK braces for a severe snowstorm with temperatures dropping to -8C, starting February 12. Expect heavy snow and freezing conditions.
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UK: A snowstorm is on the way. Temperatures will drop to -8C. The freezing weather starts on February 12, around midday.
Snow will be heaviest in Scotland, with up to 13 centimeters expected. Other areas like northwest England, Wales, and the Midlands will also see flurries. Scotland could hit -6C, while England and Wales will be slightly warmer at -2C and -1C, respectively.
This cold snap will last until February 14. A 72-hour snow front will bring -8C conditions to Scotland by Thursday. By Friday, northern Scotland could see 22 centimeters of snow.
According to Netweather TV, winds will pick up in Scotland on Sunday night. After a brief break in Northern Ireland, rain will return to the north and west. England and Wales will see lighter rain, but it will stay mild in those areas.
As the new week begins, expect mostly dry weather with some clouds. A southerly wind will be noticeable, especially in the north and west. Gales could reach over 50 mph in exposed areas.
Scotland and Northern Ireland may experience more rain, while the rest of the UK will stay mainly dry. Some sunshine is expected, especially in the east and south, with temperatures rising to 8-10C.