The UK braces for heavy snowfall as the Beast from the East approaches, affecting 48 counties across England and Scotland starting February 17.
London: The Beast from the East is on its way. The UK is warned to prepare for heavy snowfall. Weather data shows snow will start arriving from the east early on February 17.
Scotland will see the first snow. Areas like Aberdeenshire and Angus are at risk. Other affected regions include Argyll, Banffshire, and many more across Scotland.
In England, counties like Northumberland, Cumbria, and Yorkshire will also get some snow. Other areas include Lincolnshire, Norfolk, and Kent.
Exacta Weather’s James Madden predicts a cool week ahead. Snow showers may occur midweek, followed by widespread snow later. The week will start calm, but fog and frost are expected.
On Tuesday evening into Wednesday, wintry snow showers will hit parts of Ireland and northern England. This weather could become more extensive than currently expected.
By the end of the week, an easterly wind will bring several days of cold and snow. This is expected to start around February 8-15.
Initially, snow showers may be hit-and-miss, but they will become more intense and widespread. Cold easterly winds are waking up, leading to this major weather event.
