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Saturday 6 Jan - Monday 15 Jan The weekend sees somewhat more settled conditions introduced quite widely across the country, with colder conditions and some frosty nights (perhaps becoming widespread and severe in time). Initially there are still likely to be some showers, especially around windward coasts in the east and north, but in general most areas start to see longer, more settled spells develop. Occasional unsettled spells are still possible, but these generally much more regionalised, and infrequent than conditions of late, perhaps not even materialising. As temperatures fall, the chance of any precipitation falling as sleet and snow increases, particularly over high ground and especially over northern parts of the UK, but not exclusively so by any means. As well as frost and ice by night, some freezing fog is likely to develop as well. Tuesday 16 Jan - Tuesday 30 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, including ice and snow is greater than normal. It is likely to be drier than recent weeks, but what does fall is more likely to be of a wintry nature. While there is a chance of brief, unsettled spells, which would bring milder air for a time, it would likely also be accompanied by a period of sleet or snow. However, when, or even if, this would happen is very uncertain, and overall the main theme will be much more in the way of settled conditions through this period. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

Final data for December Max temp 14.2c Min temp -6.5c Average temp 6.2c Rain 149.85mm

Seoul has seen its biggest single-day snowfall for 42 years after 12.2cm fell yesterday. https://news.sky.com/story/heaviest-snow-in-south-koreas-capital-seoul-for-more-than-40-years-13039985?dcmp=snt-sf-twitter

Friday 5 Jan - Sunday 14 Jan The start of this period will likely see a gradual trend towards more settled and somewhat colder conditions with some frosty nights (perhaps becoming widespread and severe in time). Initially there are still likely to be some showers, especially around windward coasts in the north and east, but in general most areas start to see longer, more settled spells develop. Occasional unsettled spells are still possible, but these generally much more regionalised, and infrequent than conditions of late. As temperatures fall, the chance of any precipitation falling as sleet and snow increases, particularly over high ground and especially over northern parts of the UK, but not exclusively so by any means. As well as frost and ice by night, some freezing fog is likely to develop as well. Monday 15 Jan - Monday 29 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, ice and snow is greater than normal. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.0c to the 30th 2.5c above the 61 to 90 average 2.5c above the 81 to 10 average

A calm night with some patchy rain returning after a dry spell during Saturday evening Temp 7.0c

Thursday 4 Jan - Saturday 13 Jan This period will start in an unsettled fashion, with showers in many places, and these will be heavy at times, with temperatures around normal for early January. During the rest of the period there will be a gradual trend towards more settled and somewhat colder conditions with some frosty nights (perhaps becoming widespread and severe in time). Occasional unsettled spells are still possible, but these generally much more regionalised, and infrequent than conditions of late. As temperatures fall, the chance of any precipitation falling as sleet and snow increases, particularly over high ground and especially over northern parts of the UK, but not exclusively so by any means. As well as frost and ice by night, some freezing fog is likely to develop as well. Sunday 14 Jan - Sunday 28 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, ice and snow is greater than normal. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.0c to the 29th 2.5c above the 61 to 90 average 2.5c above the 81 to 10 average

3.6c for me please

BBC Monthly Outlook Summary A pattern change is coming. Turning colder Saturday 30 December to – Sunday 7 January Unsettled and becoming chillier Monday 8 January to – Sunday 14 January Colder than average. Some wintry showers Monday 15 January to – Sunday 28 January Possibly less cold for a while Further ahead Confidence is low for the second half of January. There should be a continuation of a similar pattern for a while, with those cold north-easterly flows lingering, although low pressure systems could start edging farther north. This would bring more precipitation into at least the southern UK and perhaps further north, which could be snow in places. Locations will depend on exactly how far north any systems come. Later in the month, it is possible that we will see a change in the pattern, with low pressure becoming more dominant. In that case it could become less cold, with temperatures rising closer to the seasonal average overall, and possibly above, but there would still be chances of snow on the northern side of these low pressure systems. However, there is a polar vortex disruption going on which can change patterns at the surface two to four weeks later, and that might just reinforce the cold possibilities. https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/outlook

Looks like a pretty major freeze on the way for Finland and Sweden next week. Rovaniemi for example, which normally sees an average high of -8c in January, is forecast to drop to the the mid -20s.

Wednesday 3 Jan - Friday 12 Jan This period will start in an unsettled fashion, with showers in many places, and these will be heavy at times, with temperatures around normal for early January. During the rest of the period there will be a gradual trend towards more settled and somewhat colder conditions with some frosty nights (perhaps becoming widespread and severe in time). Occasional unsettled spells are still possible, but these generally much more regionalised, and infrequent than conditions of late. As temperatures fall, the chance of any precipitation falling as sleet and snow increases, particularly over high ground and especially over northern parts of the UK, but not exclusively so by any means. As well as frost and ice by night, some freezing fog is likely to develop as well. Saturday 13 Jan - Saturday 27 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, ice and snow is greater than normal. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.0c to the 28th 2.5c above the 61 to 90 average 2.5c above the 81 to 10 average

'Sudden stratospheric warming' forecast to hit northern Europe in January - but experts unsure where it will strike 'Sudden stratospheric warming' forecast to hit northern Europe in January - but experts unsure where it will strike NEWS.SKY.COM There is a 'greater than normal' risk of snow in January, the Met Office has warned, though forecasters say it is too soon to tell if a so-called 'sudden stratospheric warming' will plunge the UK into a lengthy period of...

Tuesday 2 Jan - Thursday 11 Jan It now looks likely that this period will start with below average temperatures across northern areas, with some hard night time frosts. In the south temperatures are expected to be nearer average with cloud and some rainfall at times, especially in the far south. During this time there is a good chance that many central areas may remain relatively fine for a number of days. Thereafter, more settled and calmer conditions are expected to gradually develop quite widely, increasing the risk of frost and fog. This would also lead to day on day net cooling eventually bringing below average temperatures for many, with an increased threat of winter hazards, including ice/snow if any precipitation runs into the cold air in place over land. Friday 12 Jan - Friday 26 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period, and a reduced chance of prolonged periods of very unsettled / milder conditions with frequent rain and wind pushing in from the Atlantic. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, ice and snow is greater than normal. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

6.9c to the 27th 2.4c above the 61 to 90 average 2.4c above the 81 to 10 average

Met office 10 Day Trend

Police Scotland have declared a major incident on the A9 in the Scottish Highlands following heavy snow.

Monday 1 Jan - Wednesday 10 Jan Into the new year it now looks finally balance whether near or slightly above temperatures will be in place across the south, with periods of rain, wind, and showers. Or if the slightly below average temperatures in place across the north; where showers will remain wintry, will manage to filter southwards or not. If the colder air filters southwards wintry showers could be seen across parts of England and Wales, and it is possible some more significant snowfall could occur along the mild / cold air boundary. Thereafter, more settled conditions are expected to gradually develop more widely, increasing the risk of frost and fog. If this were to occur day on day net cooling would lead to below average temperatures, with an increased threat of winter hazards, including ice/snow. Thursday 11 Jan - Thursday 25 Jan Compared to normal, there is an increased chance of colder than average conditions during this period, and a reduced chance of prolonged periods of very unsettled / milder conditions with frequent rain and wind pushing in from the Atlantic. Currently the chance of widespread severe cold is still deemed low, but still the risk of impacts from cold, ice and snow is greater than normal. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

BBC Monthly Outlook Summary A colder trend expected but how cold is uncertain Wednesday 27 December to – Sunday 31 December Wet and windy then turning chillier Monday 1 January to – Sunday 7 January Wet and windy at times. Mostly milder Monday 8 January to – Sunday 21 January Most likely to be rather cold Further ahead New long range models will take us into late January for the next update, and we will see if there are further signs of colder conditions setting in. https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/outlook

6.8c to the 26th 2.3c above the 61 to 90 average 2.2c above the 81 to 10 average

Has the colour of snow on the V8 radar changed? I'm sure it used to be like a peachy type colour, but now it looks very similar to the colour used for freezing rain.

Persistent heavy rain with a light breeze Rain 16.3mm and increasing Temp 6.3c

The heavy rain over the region currently has fallen as snow over the Pennines.