Weather forecast UK today – Exact date warm Autumn temperatures will END and be replaced by snow & brutal Arctic winds
TUMBLING temperatures will see Britain hit with up to five days of snow.
An Arctic blast is set to send the mercury plunging to below zero later this week as an icy chill sweeps ends the mild Autumnal weather we've all been enjoying.
While this week will start on the warmer side with temperatures in the mid-teens, things will take a wintry turn by Wednesday.
Snow is expected to hit Scotland first, before making its way further south by the time we get to next weekend.
Read our UK weather live blog below for the latest info & updates…
- Milica Cosic
'Coldest November that we have ever had'
The bitter chill has the potential to bring up to six inches of snow in just 24 hours – and bookies have slashed the odds on this being the coldest November ever.
Coral's Harry Aitkenhead said: "We have significantly cut the odds on this month going into the record books as the coldest November that we have ever had, as temperatures begin to plummet and snow looms large on the horizon."
Snow could cover much of the UK for up to five days Credit: Alamy Live News - Milica Cosic
Snow, snow, SNOW
AccuWeather forecaster Tyler Ros told The Express: "The threat for snow between November 17 and 22 looks to be around normal for the time of the year, which is any accumulating snow is likely to occur in the higher elevations of northern England and Scotland.
"We do have to watch a cold snap that appears to move into Eastern Europe early next week.
"If this bleeds westward towards the UK, with the core of the cold remaining in Eastern Europe), then the temperatures will be near to slightly below normal during this stretch.
"This then would fire up some North Sea Sea Effect showers coming in from the east.
"If the hills are cold enough in northern England and in Scotland, these showers are more likely to be wintry."
- Milica Cosic
Things to take a wintry turn by Wednesday
While this week will start on the warmer side with temperatures in the mid-teens, things will take a wintry turn by Wednesday.
Snow is expected to hit Scotland first, before making its way further south.
Weather maps show the white stuff could well land in north-western Scotland on November 17.
But snow could also fall in northern England, parts of Wales and East Anglia towards the end of the month.
- Milica Cosic
Met Office issues fog warning
THE Met Office has issued a warning as thick fog could cause "dangerous driving conditions" across large parts of Britain today.
It comes as forecasters say Britain will be hit with up to five days of snow as a Polar freeze sends temperatures plunging below zero later in the week.
According to the Met Office, fog is expected to affect East Midlands, North West England, South West England West Midlands, Wales, Yorkshire and Humber.
The Met Office has warned that the heavy fog might cause difficult, possibly dangerous, travel conditions.
The Met Office has issued a fog warning across the Midlands Credit: MET Office - Milica Cosic
Warning of snow and ice risk form end of Nov
Until November 27 there is a chance of wintry showers, with a high chance of frost, fog and brisk gusts in northern areas.
Then from November 27 there is risk of snow and ice, with spells of rain and high winds.
The bitter chill has the potential to bring up to six inches of snow in just 24 hours – and bookies have slashed the odds on this being the coldest November ever.
Coral’s Harry Aitkenhead said: “We have significantly cut the odds on this month going into the record books as the coldest November that we have ever had, as temperatures begin to plummet and snow looms large on the horizon.”
- Milica Cosic
Snow chance?
With Christmas Day being just around the corner, the bookies make it just a 2/1 shot that we see the white stuff on December 25th.
Edinburgh is the most likely destination at 3/1.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “Plenty of punters will be dreaming of a White Christmas this year, and the odds suggest they could well get their wish, with 2/1 being on offer for any part of the UK to wake up to snow on December 25th.”
- Joseph Gamp
Meteogroup weather forecast for today
The Meteogroup says this morning will see” light rain in North Western areas and mist and fog in Southern areas.
“The mist and fog will slowly lift through the morning.
“Rain in the northwest will push southeastward leaving sunny spells behind it. Early sunny spells for Scotland but an overcast day for most. Light winds.
The agency says that on Monday night there will be “clear spells for parts of the country but generally a cloudy and foggy night for most.
“Scattered showers across central Wales, the Midlands and parts of the North East of England, lingering in the Midlands for longer.
“Light showers in North Western Scotland for some time. Light overnight winds.”
- Joseph Gamp
Monday forecast for London and south east
A dull morning with areas of cloud, mist and fog.
Some bright spells developing in the west but remaining rather cloudy elsewhere with showers possible across Kent and East Sussex.
Maximum temperature 13 °C.
- Joseph Gamp
Forecaster predicts below normal temperatures
AccuWeather’s senior meteorologist, Tyler Ros, told the Express: “We do have to watch a cold snap that appears to move into eastern Europe early next week.
“If this bleeds westward towards the UK (with the core of the cold remaining in eastern Europe), then the temperatures will be near to slightly below normal during this stretch.
“This then would fire up some North Sea Sea Effect showers coming in from the east,” the expert European forecaster warned.
- Joseph Gamp
Dreaming of a white Christmas?
Bookmaker Coral has slashed the odds on snow falling on Christmas Day this year.
Coral make Aberdeen the most likely UK city to get snow on December 25, at 6-4 now, followed by Glasgow and Edinburgh at 7-4.
Newcastle is 2-1 for snow on the big day, the most likely of the English cities according to the odds, with London a 5-1 shot for a White Christmas.
- Joseph Gamp
6/4 for coldest November on record
This month could go down as the coldest November on record, according to Ladbrokes.
The bookies have slashed odds this weekend, from 7/4 to just 6/4 on this being the coldest November EVER, with temperatures soon set to plummet and even snow ready to batter Britain.
Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “Things are about to get even colder, so much so that we could now be in for a record-breaking month on the weather front.”
- Joseph Gamp
Snow on the way
The start of next week will see temperatures hit 14C, with mild spells accord the country.
But by Wednesday there will be a significantly colder chill sweeping towards the UK, with snow heading to Scotland first.
Latest maps show that snow could well land on the northwest of Scotland by November 17, reported the Express.
The Met Office have confirmed that from 17 November to 26 November there is a low risk of wintry showers, with a high chance of frost and fog in the north.
- Joseph Gamp
Ten tips to avoid catching cold
- 1. Wearing a mask when out in public
- 2. Using hand sanitiser frequently
- 3. Eating immune boosting foods like oranges and spinach
- 4. Staying in as much as possible
- 5. Avoiding busy public areas like supermarkets
- 6. Avoiding public transport
- 7. Getting extra sleep
- 8. Drinking lots of water
- 9. Washing your hands frequently
- 10. Staying warm
Scotland to bear brunt of snowy conditions
Scotland is set to be the hardest hit by snow, while meteorologists predict there is a 40 per cent chance of snowfall in the north.
Those in England, East Anglia, Wales and the south are also expected to wake up to snow outside their windows.
AccuWeather’s senior meteorologist, Tyler Ros, told the Express: “The threat for snow between November 17-22 looks to be around normal for the time of the year, which is any accumulating snow is likely to occur in the higher elevations of northern England and Scotland.”
Ice warning for motorists
Colder weather can mean ice on the roads – and on the windscreen of your car.
You could be landed with a £60 fine and three penalty points for failing to scrape ice off your windscreen.
With 35% of motorists admitting to driving with their windscreen misted up or covered in ice, Brits are being warned not to take risks on the road this winter.
- Joseph Gamp
Advantages of log burners
LOG burners are not only a trendy item to have in the house, they’re great at keeping it warm.
Around a million households across the UK like cosying up in front of a log burner.
The Stove Industry Alliance (SIA) estimates that a wood burning stove costs about a third of the price of electric heating and approximately 13% less than gas central heating for the average household under the current price cap.
This saving will further increase as fuel prices continue to rise, it adds.
Of course, it’s worth pointing out that a log burner won’t heat your entire home so it can’t be considered a direct comparison.
A log burner will, however, soon heat up the room it sits in and residual heat will spread to other rooms too.
According to the SIA, it costs on average between £120 and £140 to buy 1 cubic metre of kiln dried wood logs.
The average modern wood burning stove will use around 3.5 cubic metres (m3) of logs in a typical heating season if you have the burner on at evenings and weekends.
- Joseph Gamp
Long range forecast to November 23
The Met Office have released the following information for a long range forecast:
“Remaining changeable and autumnal particularly to the north through the start of this period as low-pressure systems dominate, sometimes accompanied by rain and strong winds.
“Elsewhere while rain is possible at times, drier and brighter conditions are more likely in the south and southeast regions, although some rain will likely reach even here at times.
“A rather cold start to the period will likely be followed by a brief recovery in temperatures, before a further likely trend down later on in the month.
“Later on in the month there will also be an increasing chance of some wintry conditions, mainly over the higher ground in the north, but with a slight risk to lower levels.”
- Joseph Gamp
What will the December forecast look like?
There will be colder spells coming towards the UK the Met Office have said with an increased chance of ‘wintry conditions’
“Towards the end of November and into early December there are signs of an increased likelihood of north to northwesterly winds.
“This means that overall temperatures are likely to be near or slightly below average, although some milder spells cannot be ruled out.
“In such patterns the most unsettled, wetter and windier conditions are often found across northern areas, while the most settled, driest and brightest conditions are predominantly across the south.
“There is a slightly higher than normal chance of some wintry conditions, especially across the north.”
- Joseph Gamp
Tips to stay healthy this winter
BRITS have revealed their top secrets for battling winter illnesses during the cold weather – with almost half pledging to take better care of themselves.
More than half of UK adults believe their immune system has been weakened by months of isolation because of the pandemic.
Many believe that wiping down door handles, getting more sleep and eating a lot of spicy foods can keep the cold weather sniffles at bay.
Other methods being plumped by Brits include staying in well-ventilated areas, eating immune-boosting foods like oranges and spinach as well as drinking plenty of water.
The study also found that 88 per cent of people think that preventing catching a winter illness is important.
Of the 2,000 adults, 65 per cent said that the average cold will wipe them out for several days – and provoke at least three complaints per day.
There are plenty of other ways to stay healthy this winter.
- Joseph Gamp
Eight things drivers MUST do to keep cars safe this winter (Continued…)
Check your oil – We Brits are bad at checking our oil. Hardly any of us perform this essential maintenance task once a month, which is how often the experts recommend.
Check your battery – Winter is hard on your battery and the electrical system. On a cold day, the engine in a car takes more effort to “turn over”, which puts extra strain on the battery and the starter motor.
Keep winter kit in your car – Breaking down in summer is annoying. Breaking down in winter can be dangerous. When temperatures drop, a simple mechanical failure can put the occupants of a vehicle at serious risk if they can’t be rescued quickly.
Check your wiper blades – You could get fined £100 for having defective windscreen wipers – something guaranteed to make a rainy day worse.
Consider buying winter tyres – In some parts of Europe, winter tyres are a mandatory part of driving, either on specific roads prone to ice and snow, or as a seasonal regulation.
- Joseph Gamp
Eight things drivers MUST do to keep cars safe this winter
WINTER can be a dangerous time on British roads, with slippery conditions and dangerous weather making every car journey a bit more risky.
But by preparing your car for the colder months, you can help protect yourself and your passengers from some of the hazards.
Check your tyres – Your tyres are, arguably, the most important safety device on your car.
Top up your screen wash – Screen wash is a crucial but often overlooked element of car maintenance. And in winter it’s particularly important, as the roads are gritty and covered with mud, which can spray up onto your windscreen and impede your view.
Clean your windows – While you’re at it, take this opportunity to ensure your windows are clean. You probably haven’t paid much attention to the windscreen, side windows and rear window of your car, and there’ll be a year’s worth of pollen, dust and autumn grime building up on the glass.
- Joseph Gamp
Weather to take a wintry turn on Wednesday
While next week will start on the warmer side with temperatures in the mid-teens, things will take a wintry turn by Wednesday.
Snow is expected to hit Scotland first, before making its way further south.
Weather maps show the white stuff could well land in north-western Scotland on November 17.
But snow could also fall in northern England, parts of Wales and East Anglia towards the end of the month.
- Joseph Gamp
Bitter chill has potential to being six inches of snow in 24 hours
Until November 27 there is a chance of wintry showers, with a high chance of frost, fog and brisk gusts in northern areas
Then from November 27 there is risk of snow and ice, with spells of rain and high winds.
The bitter chill has the potential to bring up to six inches of snow in just 24 hours – and bookies have slashed the odds on this being the coldest November ever.
Coral's Harry Aitkenhead said: "We have significantly cut the odds on this month going into the record books as the coldest November that we have ever had, as temperatures begin to plummet and snow looms large on the horizon."
- Joseph Gamp
Can your boss pay your heating bills?
If staff have been told to work from home because of severe weather conditions, however, employers are not bound by law to reimburse workers for costs such as heating, lighting and broadband.
However, you may be able to claim tax relief for additional household costs if you have to work at home on a regular basis.
You can either claim tax relief on £6 a week from April 6, 2020, or the exact amount of the extra costs you’ve incurred above the weekly amount – but you’ll need evidence such as a receipt, bills or contracts.
Meanwhile, if bad weather stops you from getting to work, it is largely down to your contract of employment whether you will get paid.
- Joseph Gamp
Explained: Who is eligible for a cold weather payment?
Those eligible to apply are:
- Pension credit
- Income support
- Income-based jobseeker’s allowance
- Income-related employment and support allowance
- Universal Credit
- Support for mortgage interest
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