The Met Office warns of potentially disruptive gales and heavy rain across Greater Manchester later this week as a cold wave from America intensifies the jet stream, bringing winds of up to 250mph across the Atlantic.
Greater Manchester is bracing for a potential onslaught of gales and heavy rain later this week as the Met Office warns of the 'strongest winds of the winter so far'. While chilly temperatures observed over the weekend are predicted to experience a slight uptick in the coming days, residents can anticipate an abundance of cloud cover and intermittent showers, which could escalate into disruptive, blustery conditions as the week progresses.
Adding to the concern, the Met Office has issued a stark warning to the public, urging them to prepare for the 'strongest winds of the year', with the possibility of the next named storm looming.A frigid wave currently sweeping across America is slated to shift eastward, and could potentially strengthen the jet stream, generating winds of up to 250mph across the Atlantic. Meteorologists have cautioned that this intensification could bring disruptive gales to the UK, accompanied by wet and windy conditions. For Greater Manchester, the week's weather forecast paints a picture of fluctuating conditions.Monday is anticipated to be largely overcast with a growing chance of light, intermittent rain and drizzle. Some mist and hill fog are also expected, keeping temperatures on the cool side, peaking at a maximum of 5C. As evening descends, cloudy skies are predicted to persist, along with further scattered showers of light rain and drizzle. However, temperatures will remain slightly elevated compared to recent nights, reaching highs of 2C, preventing most areas from experiencing frost. Tuesday will mirror Monday's pattern, remaining predominantly cloudy with intermittent drizzle. Maximum temperatures are projected to reach 5C. Wednesday might commence with a misty haze, but this is expected to dissipate by around 9am. Forecasters predict a slightly warmer temperature of 6C, but note that it will still feel chilly, with the possibility of frost and fog overnight. Thursday marks a significant shift, with conditions turning 'increasingly unsettled', according to the Met Office, bringing an increased likelihood of gales and heavy rain. Temperatures will remain consistent at 6C. Friday is forecast to start wet, with rain gradually clearing by the afternoon. Winds are expected to reach almost 40mph in the morning, gradually diminishing by evening. Temperatures are set to rise to 10C.Saturday brings a transition from partly cloudy conditions to sunny intervals by late morning. Wind gusts are also anticipated to decrease to around 20mph. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 7C. Sunday looks slightly wetter, with a cloudy morning giving way to light rain in the afternoon. Forecasters predict winds of up to 44mph, with temperatures remaining at 10C
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