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03/02/2012
Temperatures At -10 As Cold Takes Hold
This weekend will see a marked change in the weather as the dry spell makes way for snow and ice in many parts, according to the Met Office.
A spokesman for the meteorological service said that over the past few days the UK has seen the coldest spell of winter so far, as very cold air has flooded across the UK from the continent.
Temperatures dropped as low as -9.4°C in Shap, Cumbria, and -10 °C is possible in places tonight.
Snow showers are expected along parts of the eastern coastline today and tomorrow, but most places will continue to see bright, dry and cold conditions.
Things are set to change as we go through into Saturday, however, as an Atlantic front moves in from the west.
Paul Gundersen, Chief Forecaster at the Met Office, said: "As this front moves in from the west it will come up against cold air and we’re likely to see a mixture of rain, sleet and snow across the UK.
"It’s a finely balanced situation, so there is some uncertainty about which areas will see the most significant snowfall, but at the moment the risk is highest in central and eastern areas where we could see up to 5-10cm of snow."
Later on Saturday it is likely that northern and western parts of the UK will see slightly less cold conditions take over, with rain more likely than snow. However, with the rain falling on cold ground, there is a widespread ice risk.
(DW/GK)
A spokesman for the meteorological service said that over the past few days the UK has seen the coldest spell of winter so far, as very cold air has flooded across the UK from the continent.
Temperatures dropped as low as -9.4°C in Shap, Cumbria, and -10 °C is possible in places tonight.
Snow showers are expected along parts of the eastern coastline today and tomorrow, but most places will continue to see bright, dry and cold conditions.
Things are set to change as we go through into Saturday, however, as an Atlantic front moves in from the west.
Paul Gundersen, Chief Forecaster at the Met Office, said: "As this front moves in from the west it will come up against cold air and we’re likely to see a mixture of rain, sleet and snow across the UK.
"It’s a finely balanced situation, so there is some uncertainty about which areas will see the most significant snowfall, but at the moment the risk is highest in central and eastern areas where we could see up to 5-10cm of snow."
Later on Saturday it is likely that northern and western parts of the UK will see slightly less cold conditions take over, with rain more likely than snow. However, with the rain falling on cold ground, there is a widespread ice risk.
(DW/GK)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
