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2024 - 9 - 11

Winter Wonderland or Arctic Shock? UK Weather's Wild Ride!

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Brace yourselves as the UK ushers in an 'Arctic blast' with the first snow of 2024! ❄️ From torrential rain to frostbite, this weather swing is one for the books!

Hold on to your woolly hats, folks! The Met Office has just sent out a chilling prediction: an 'Arctic blast' is heading our way, promising the kind of winter weather that could leave you saying, "Where did I put my snow boots?" After a damp weekend, the nation is bracing itself for temperatures to plummet below zero, and even the peaks of Scotland are eyeing the fluffy white stuff with anticipation. That's right, snow could make its grand debut this week!

But don’t pack up your summer clothes just yet! This sudden shift in the weather is quite the spectacle, with forecasts showing a staggering drop of more than 20°C compared to those blissful early September days. With the Arctic air sweeping across the country, Londoners are in for quite the chill, making it the perfect excuse to cosy up with a hot chocolate while wrapped in a blanket! Plus, let’s be honest, this gives us all a fantastic reason to pull out those ridiculously oversized coats we bought on sale last winter.

And while in London you might be dealing with a cold snap, Scotland is set to be the star of the show with its forecast of snow – yes, real, proper snow! Who wouldn't enjoy a snowball fight or two after all? With a small chance of snowfall over the highest peaks, this could morph into a winter wonderland faster than you can say "sleigh bells ring"! Keep your fingers crossed for a snow day, or at least a day that doesn’t require you to shovel anything.

As the UK gears up for this frosty upheaval, let’s not forget that it's not just the snow and cold we're facing; rather, it's a classic case of British weather keeping us on our toes. So, stay tuned for more updates from the Met Office! Fun fact: did you know that the UK experienced its earliest snowfall during winter in October just last year? And if you’ve ever wondered how much snow it takes to make a snowman, the secret is at least three hefty snowballs! Discovering this weather rollercoaster could just turn your living room into a snow-drenched winter spectacle, even if only in your imagination!

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London set for 'Arctic blast', says Met Office, after weekend of wet ... (Evening Standard)

Lower temperatures follow wet weekend and weather warning in the capital.

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UK braced for cold snap with Arctic winds set to cause 'shock to the ... (The Independent)

The highest peaks in Scotland may see some snowfall as a result of the frosty temperatures. “There is a small chance of some snow falling over the highest ...

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Met Office issues first snow forecast as blast of 'Arctic air' could send ... (Manchester Evening News)

Met Office weather forecasters have predicted the first snow of late 2024 as an 'Arctic blast' could send temperatures plummeting below zero in parts of the ...

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Met Office issues first snow forecast as blast of 'Arctic air' to send ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The Met Office has warned that temperatures will dwindle this week after dropping more than 20C compared to the start of September after snow falls over the ...

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Met Office forecasts first snow of 2024 as temperatures drop below ... (Daily Express)

The Met Office has made its first snow forecast of 2024 with the UK gripped by a massive storm front and systems depositing several inches worth of water.

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UK snow forecast as Met Office gives exact date 'Arctic blast' will ... (Yorkshire Live)

The UK is set for its first snow of late 2024 as an 'Arctic blast' sends temperatures below zero.

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Met Office warns of first snow in Britain this week as temperatures ... (Nottinghamshire Live)

The Met Office has warned that an 'Arctic blast' will sweep across the UK this week, causing temperatures to plummet below freezing and bringing the first ...

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UK weather: Met Office issues snow forecast as 'Arctic blast' arrives (Devon Live)

Following the torrential rain during last week, the cold is due to continue to barrage of autumnal weather. The UK is set to see much colder temperatures ...

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Scotland braces for first snow of 2024 as Met Office warns of Arctic ... (Aberdeen Live)

The Met Office has warned of an 'Arctic air' blast that could see the mercury plummet to 0C this week, with snow forecast in Scotland as the UK faces the ...

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First snow forecast by Met Office for the UK in 'Arctic blast' (MyLondon)

The first snow forecast of the coming 2024 winter has been issued by the Met Office today. An 'Artic blast' is set to sweep over the UK sending temperatures ...

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Met Office issues first snow forecast as 'Arctic air' blast to hit UK (Accrington Observer)

Temperatures are predicted to rapidly plummet as snow falls for the first time in this half of 2024.

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Met Office Indian summer verdict revealed - and it's not the news ... (Daily Express)

The Met Office hinted at the possibility of a return to milder weather - with a huge caveat.

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Maps show below freezing overnight temperatures as Met Office ... (Yahoo News UK)

Temperatures are expected to plunge across the UK this week as cold Arctic air blows through to mark the arrival of autumn.

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Met Office snow forecast as 'Arctic blast' set to hit the UK (Messenger Newspapers)

Temperatures are expected to rapidly fall this week, and could drop below 0C in parts of the country as early as this evening.

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Arctic blast brings cold wind, hail and rain as Met Office gives snow ... (The Independent)

The Met Office has said to expect showers and cold winds as the UK sees below-average temperatures. There is also a chance of patchy frost, the forecaster ...

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Met Office predicts UK snow as 'Arctic blast' tips temperatures to zero ... (WalesOnline)

The Met Office has forecast the first snow of the autumn season, as temperatures are expected to plummet to zero and below in the coming days.

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Met Office map reveals when the warm weather could return after ... (Manchester Evening News)

A Met Office spokesperson said the encroaching cold will set the stage for snow to fall in the UK, specifically over Scotland. They said: "A cold front sweeping ...

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UK cold weather: Freezing -5 Arctic blast to hit in hours - with Met ... (Daily Express)

British weather is set to take a cold turn today (Wednesday), as freezing Arctic winds are set to blanket the UK, increasing the risk of frosts and snow.

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Arctic blast brings cold wind, hail and rain as Met Office gives snow ... (The Independent)

The Met Office has said to expect showers and cold winds as the UK sees below-average temperatures. There is also a chance of patchy frost, the forecaster ...

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Met Office warns of 'Arctic blast' as Devon temperatures drop to zero (Devon Live)

Forecasters have warned that temperatures are set to drop towards freezing in Devon as soon as tomorrow (Friday, September 13). The Met Office said an ...

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Met Office warns of 'shock to the system' as Arctic blast brings snow ... (Accrington Observer)

Cold air from the Arctic is being pummelled southwards across the UK, sending the mercury tumbling.

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