The Met Office has issued a warning for rural areas in the eastern part of the UK, forecasting temperatures to drop well below zero and the possibility of snow falling. The cold front is expected to linger around Wales and the northeast, before moving towards Norfolk, bringing icy showers and freezing conditions. Met Office meteorologist Annie Shuttleworth mentioned that temperatures could drop as low as -7C in some parts, with sunny starts to the weekend and showers across parts of Norfolk and northern Scotland.
Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Dan Harris predicts that following an unsettled period, the UK should expect a return to cold but quiet conditions early next week, with some rain or showers likely to impact the east coast and potentially turning wintry over higher ground areas towards the middle of the week. Beyond midweek, there is a chance that a more active weather system will arrive, bringing more widespread rain, stronger winds and the potential for more significant snowfall if the air over the UK becomes sufficiently cold ahead of it. As a result, the UK could see a trend towards more unsettled weather with areas of cloud, rain and the potential for snowfall.
It is advised that residents prepare for the drop in temperatures and potential snowfall, as the Met Office warns of chilly and icy conditions, particularly in rural areas. The advice is to remain cautious as the unsettled period could bring widespread rain, stronger winds and potential snowfall, should the air over the UK become sufficiently cold. It is important for individuals to stay up to date with the latest weather forecasts, and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property from the adverse weather conditions expected in the coming days.
