Met Office unveils forecast for snowfall in Wales as temperatures plummet
As the temperatures take a nosedive, the Met Office has pinpointed the exact date when snow is expected to grace Wales, with Wednesday, November 20, marked for potential snow showers in various regions of the country. After a relatively mild autumn, the weather has taken a sharp turn towards wintry conditions, prompting many to dust off their winter gear and brace for the chill.
The Met Office has issued a warning for the coming days, predicting temperatures just above freezing during the late nights and early mornings, with snowfall anticipated in parts of Wales next week. The weather agency stated that the weather would be “turning colder” as the week progresses. Saturday’s weather is expected to bring cloudy skies with patchy rain and drizzle, becoming colder from the north, with a maximum temperature of 13°C during the day and a minimum of 1°C at night.
Moving into Sunday, a chilly but bright start is on the cards, with sunny intervals giving way to cloudier skies later in the day along with outbreaks of rain and stronger winds, reaching a maximum temperature of 12°C. Looking ahead, the Met Office foresees wet and windy conditions on Monday, followed by showery rain – potentially heavy and wintry – on Tuesday. Wednesday may see brighter spells interspersed with rain, sleet, and snow showers as temperatures continue to drop.
The snowfall chart by the Met Office indicates that snow showers could begin as early as 6 am on Tuesday in regions like Caernarfon, advancing to Bala by 9 am. By 3 pm on Tuesday, the forecast suggests snowfall in areas including Builth Wells, Tregaron, east of Llandeilo, and the Brecon Beacons. As evening sets in, a band of snow is expected to spread across mid Wales, developing further south by early Wednesday morning, with snowfall likely in the south Wales valleys.
BBC weatherman Matt Taylor also mentioned the possibility of snow next week, hinting at disruptive snow in northern areas on Monday as Arctic air sweeps in, setting the stage for a wintry week. Forecast variations may occur due to clashes between air masses over the UK. The return of snow in north Wales is expected on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, followed by clearing skies and scattered snow showers in the northern regions.
In summary, as winter tightens its grip, Wales is bracing for a cold spell with snowfall anticipated across various parts of the country next week. Residents are urged to stay updated on the evolving weather conditions and take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm as the winter season sets in. The Met Office continues to monitor the situation closely, providing timely updates to ensure the public is well-prepared for the wintry weather ahead.