The UK is set to be hit by another cold snap later this month, with weather charts showing snowfall is likely to return as temperatures plummet to as low as -6C
Britain is braced for another wintry downpour as the “Beast from the East” hits hard(Image: WXCharts)
Britain is bracing itself for another bout of heavy snowfall, with weather forecasts suggesting more than 10 inches could blanket parts of the nation later this month. It comes as temperatures are set to plummet to a bitter -6C.
The UK endured a frosty start to 2026, with countrywide sub-zero conditions triggering extensive weather alerts for Storm Goretti last week. But after a small respite, further wintry conditions appear to be heading our way — with the North East potentially facing the worst of it.
Meteorological charts reveal areas of low pressure advancing from the north and west, delivering unsettled weather systems and snowfall where humid air collides with frigid Arctic currents. Snow is anticipated across central and northern Scotland along with northern England on January 22, becoming more intense throughout the day and moving eastwards.
Weather maps show that the north east of England is set to be worst hit by the snowy weather(Image: WXCharts)
Certain areas of Scotland could witness snow accumulations of up to 30cm, whilst northern England might expect approximately 14 or 15cm, accompanied by harsh cold spells. Weather models indicate temperatures could drop to -6C in Scotland, whilst even the mildest regions of southern England will battle to climb above freezing point, according to Teesside Live.
The Met Office has issued an alert regarding possible “winter hazards” in its extended forecast spanning January 17-26. The prediction states: “It will likely remain changeable for the UK as a whole through this period.
“Further areas of low pressure moving in from the Atlantic will tend to dominate, meaning showers or longer spells of rain for many parts. Wet weather will probably be most prevalent across western areas, though given the potential for low pressure systems to become slow-moving in the vicinity of the UK, heavy rain is possible anywhere at times.
Heavy rain could even turn to snow in some areas (stock)(Image: Teesside Live)
“Periods of windy weather are also possible at times. There are also likely to be some drier, more settled periods though, mainly towards the east.
“Temperatures will probably be near normal overall, though the possibility exists for some colder spells in the north and east, with the potential for associated winter hazards.”
Prior to this, the immediate outlook suggests significant downpours and chilly conditions, with ongoing flood alerts in the wake of Storm Goretti.
For Tuesday evening, the national weather service anticipates: “Scattered showers continuing in the northern Scotland tonight. Rain lingering across southern England.
“Clear skies elsewhere, with a few fog patches in the south and a widespread frost.” Wednesday’s outlook reveals: “Cloudy in the south with outbreaks of rain and drizzle.
“A dry start elsewhere, before a band of rain moves into the west later in the afternoon.” Temperatures are also set to remain low but will slowly start to creep up as the week goes on.
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