The UK is gearing up for another cold snap later this month, with temperatures predicted to plunge to -5C and widespread snow flurries anticipated. The nation is still recovering from a frigid start to January, which saw record-breaking low temperatures. This week's temporary respite from the cold, brought on by milder winds and a high-pressure system, is expected to be short-lived. Forecasters warn of an impending Arctic arrival, with snow, ice, and frost potentially affecting the country throughout February.
Brits are bracing for another -5C Arctic onslaught later this month, with widespread snow flurries expected to cause significant disruption. The nation is just recovering from an icy start to January, which saw temperatures plummet to -18.9C in Scotland on Saturday morning—the coldest January overnight temperature since 2010. Back then, the mercury fell below -15C on several occasions across the UK, including a bone-chilling -22.3C on January 8 in Altnaharra in the Scottish Highlands.
This week's milder weather, brought on by southwesterly winds and a high-pressure system, has seen the snow begin to thaw. However, this respite is predicted to be short-lived as weather maps indicate another cold snap is on its way, with temperatures expected to drop to -5C in North West England on January 26. Wales and Scotland will also feel the chill at -4C. Additionally, maps forecast widespread snowfall, with up to 14 centimetres anticipated in northern England. The latter part of the week looks set to remain cold, with ominous purple snow clouds looming over much of the UK, particularly on January 28. The Met Office has also suggested that this period could see an even colder spell, noting for January 20-29: 'The early part of next week will see fairly quiet, and for most, dry weather with variable amounts of cloud and often light winds. The greatest chance of any rain is likely to be in the far northwest of the UK, and possibly as well in the far south.', reports the Mirror. 'There is a small chance rain could become more widespread, and temperatures are expected to be around average. Later in the week, periods of much wetter and windier weather will most likely eventually become more prevalent, from northwest to southeast. Ahead of this a colder, more settled southeasterly wind may develop for a time. There is a small chance however, that alternatively winds could turn much more easterly, and colder, bring the risk of snow showers.' The national weather agency further warns of potential 'frost, ice and snow' heading into February. For the period of January 30 to February 13, it predicts: 'A dominant flow from the Atlantic looks likely through this period, resulting in an unsettled, milder and windier than average period.' 'This is likely to result in areas of rain and periods of stronger winds affecting most if not all parts of the UK at times, though with the wettest and windiest weather probably occurring towards the north and west. However, the potential for brief colder spells with associated frost, ice and snow remains, following any deep lows crossing the region.
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