Snow is predicted across the UK, with temperatures plummeting to -4C. Several cities may experience snowfall, and Met Office data suggests a cold snap.
February 17 could be the snowiest day. Several cities might see snow. Aberdeen, Inverness, and Edinburgh are on the list.
Southern cities such as Manchester could get snowfall too. Birmingham, Newcastle, London, and Cardiff may also see it.
The Met Office expects cold easterly winds. These winds will make it feel even colder. Temperatures will likely be below average. High pressure will be northeast of the UK. This pattern impacts our weather considerably.
More rain may fall in southern areas at first. Afterwards, some sleet or snow showers could appear. These will come from the east or southeast for a few days. Some Atlantic weather fronts might move in. These could bring snow too. Expect frost at night during this period. Watch out if you can read the sky clearly at night.
High pressure east or northeast of the UK is likely. This will dominate the weather patterns initially.
Later in February, things might become less cold though. Early March could see milder, unsettled weather. Remember, this is not exact science.
Temperatures may start below average. We could get overnight frosts. Temperatures could rise to average later. They might even rise a little above average. Expect less rain at first. A few wintry showers are still possible. Rainfall could return to normal later. The probability of a wetter period of weather developing is low.
