Wales is bracing itself for a “markedly cold” spell as temperatures are expected to plummet even further, according to Wales Online. As summer officially comes to a close, temperatures have significantly dropped across Wales this week, with parts of the country set to experience near-freezing conditions on Thursday night. An area of low pressure, combined with strengthening northwesterly winds, will see temperatures drop to as low as 3°C in certain areas.
The Met Office has warned that a “markedly cold, showery airmass” will sweep across the whole of the UK by mid-week, bringing hail and thunder in some places. There is even a chance that some showers could turn wintry over certain Scottish mountains. However, the forecast also includes milder air from the Atlantic, expected to thaw the chill by the weekend.
With schools returning after the summer break, Wales has seen temperatures below average, marking a chilly start to the new term. While Wales is feeling the chill, Scotland is experiencing even colder conditions, with temperatures reaching as low as -2°C. In Wales, higher ground could see temperatures drop to 0°C, with most areas hovering around the low single digits. The coolest temperatures are expected in higher parts of mid-Wales, dropping to 3°C in Llandovery and Builth Wells on Thursday night.
The cold spell is predicted to be short-lived, as milder air from the Atlantic is forecasted to return later on Friday, especially heading into the weekend. This shift will cut off the cold air from the north and bring temperatures back to average for this time of year.
Looking ahead, the Met Office forecast for Wales on Friday, September 13, predicts a cold and crisp morning with frost patches in rural areas, eventually turning warmer throughout the day with plenty of sunny spells and a light southwesterly wind. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 15°C.
For Saturday to Monday, Wales can anticipate dry and settled conditions on Saturday with occasional sunny spells. However, there may be clouds and a band of rain and drizzle affecting the north on Sunday and Monday. Overall, temperatures are expected to feel warmer than earlier in the week.
Looking further into the future, from September 17 to 26, cloudy and rainy conditions are likely in some northern areas on Tuesday, while dry and sunny weather is expected elsewhere. High pressure is expected to dominate the weather, bringing dry and sunny conditions across most of the UK. While temperatures during the day may be above average in many areas, some cold nights are still possible.
In conclusion, Wales is gearing up for a chilly spell, but there is hope for a return to milder conditions as we head into the weekend and beyond. Stay updated on the latest Welsh news by signing up for our newsletter.