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Saturday 21 Jan - Monday 30 Jan Over the weekend, a northwest-southeast split is likely to bring cloud and outbreaks of rain across western parts, while the southeast remains dry and bright with light winds. The strongest winds are likely to be felt across the northwest, where wintry conditions are possible. Temperatures near normal in the northwest, but rather cold or cold in the southeast. Into the end of January, changeable conditions are likely to persist with the most unsettled conditions in the north and west with a combination of strong winds and rain or showers at times. Meanwhile, southern and eastern parts are expected to remain drier and more settled, although occasional rain is possible. Temperatures expected to be around average in the north and west, perhaps slightly below average in the south and east. Tuesday 31 Jan - Tuesday 14 Feb Moving into February, confidence is low, but the most likely scenario is a continuation of changeable conditions. The most unsettled conditions are likely to be confined to the west and northwest, while the southeast is expected to be drier and brighter. Temperatures likely to be overall slightly above average, although the occasional colder spell could develop. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.7c to the 15th 3.9c above the 61 to 90 average 3.3c above the 81 to 10 average

A cold and cloudy morning with a few flakes of snow blowing around Temp -0.8c with a low of -2.0c

A calm and cold night tonight with mostly clear skies Temp -1.4c

Friday 20 Jan - Sunday 29 Jan On Friday, further outbreaks of rain, although this weakening as it pushes east, will bring a chance of some snow across central and northern areas, mainly high ground. Further west, brighter conditions are likely, although with the occasional shower pushing into some coastal areas. Over the weekend, and indeed the rest of the period, unsettled conditions are likely to persist. The most unsettled conditions are expected in the north and west with a mixture of strong winds and spells of rain or showers at times. Southern and eastern areas will likely remain drier and more settled, although there may be the occasional spell of rain. Temperatures are expected to be mild in northern and western areas, but close to average or perhaps cold in more southern and eastern areas. Monday 30 Jan - Monday 13 Feb As we move into February, the most likely scenario is a continuation of changeable conditions, although confidence is low. The wettest and windiest conditions will likely be in the north and west, whilst the southeast and east will probably be drier and more settled. Temperatures are expected to be mostly around average or slightly above, although some brief colder spells could develop. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.9c to the 14th 4.1c above the 61 to 90 average 3.5c above the 81 to 10 average

After a lull during Saturday morning the strong wind has returned Temp 5.0c

BBC Monthly Outlook A wintry start then milder. Drier later Saturday 14 January to – Sunday 22 January Cold and wintry. Milder late week Sunday 29 January to – Sunday 5 February Drier and calmer Monday 6 February to – Sunday 19 February Changeable. Colder risk mid-February https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/outlook

Thursday 19 Jan - Saturday 28 Jan Wintry showers are expected along parts of the east coast on Thursday. Across the rest of the UK, it will be dry with some sunshine for a time. However, cloud will increase later as outbreaks of rain, possibly preceded by a spell of snow, spread from the west. It will be cold at first with a widespread frost, but will turn milder from the west later. Through the rest of this period, changeable and occasionally unsettled weather is likely across the UK. The most unsettled conditions will probably be in the west and northwest, with the heaviest rain and strongest winds. The southeast and east is likely to be more settled, with less rainfall and lighter winds. Temperatures are expected to be near normal or slightly above. Sunday 29 Jan - Sunday 12 Feb As we move into February a continuation of changeable weather is most likely. The wettest and windiest conditions will likely be in the north and west, whilst the southeast and east will probably be drier and more settled. Temperatures are expected to be mostly around average or slightly above, although some brief colder spells could still develop. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.9c to the 13th 4.0c above the 61 to 90 average 3.6c above the 81 to 10 average

A much calmer night tonight with mostly cloudy skies and dry for now with rain slowly approaching from the west Temp 5.9c

The met office have issued a level 2 cold weather alert for parts of England between Sunday and Thursday Current alert level: Level 2 - Alert and Readiness Issued at: 08:30 on Fri 13 Jan 2023 There is a 70% probability of severe cold weather/icy conditions/heavy snow between 1800 on Sunday 15 Jan and 0900 on Thursday 19 Jan in parts of England. This weather could increase the health risks to vulnerable patients and disrupt the delivery of services. Please refer to the national Cold Weather Plan and your Trust's emergency plan for appropriate preventive action. Northerly winds will develop through Sunday and into Monday, bringing colder air across much of the country. This will affect northern areas initially on Sunday, before moving south to affect most areas during Monday. Showers will be more frequent in western areas and fewer in eastern areas, but becoming increasingly wintry for all areas through Monday. Occasionally strong winds will exacerbate the cold feel. These alerts may be updated on Monday, once confidence has improved in the timing of the cold weather and areas to be included. An update will be issued when the alert level changes in any region. Alerts are issued once a day by 0900 if required and are not subject to amendment in between standard issue times. Note that the details of the forecast weather are valid at the time of issue but may change over the period that an alert remains in force. These details will not be updated here unless the alert level also changes, the latest forecast details can be obtained at the following link: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast/#?tab=map

7.9c to the 12th 4.1c above the 61 to 90 average 3.6c above the 81 to 10 average

A very strong south westerly wind tonight with intermittent heavy rain Temp 6.2c

7.7c to the 11th 3.9c above the 61 to 90 average 3.4c above the 81 to 10 average

Tuesday 17 Jan - Thursday 26 Jan Tuesday will see a continuation of sunny spells and wintry showers in many central and northern areas, with an area of rain, sleet and snow perhaps affecting some southern Britain for a time. Windy in the southwest with a chance of gales here. Further into the week colder conditions than of late are expected to continue, with overnight frost and some further wintry showers and ice. However, with time, there are signs that it will turn milder again as weather systems run in from the west, bringing further rain, especially to the west and northwest, and perhaps preceded by snow initially, along with the potential for strong winds or gales at times. By the end of the period, pressure may build towards the southeast. Friday 27 Jan - Friday 10 Feb The end of January may see more settled conditions, particularly across the south, with spells of strong winds and rain confined to northern areas for a time. Into the start of February, confidence is markedly low. A return to unsettled conditions is most likely, with further spells of strong winds and rain for all areas. Temperatures generally mild, although some colder interludes likely, bringing wintry conditions at times. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

A cloudy but dry day so far with a light to moderate south westerly wind Temp 7.9c

A wet night with steady rain and a strengthening south westerly wind Temp 5.8c

Monday 16 Jan - Wednesday 25 Jan Much of this period is likely to be rather unsettled. On Monday, with cold air in place, showers are likely to be wintry across the north, even to low levels, with some wintriness in showers further south too, but equally there will be some sunny spells. For the following few days, the most likely scenario is one of generally colder conditions, compared to recently, to dominate, with potential for brief incursions of milder air tied with Atlantic frontal systems. This means further wet weather is likely, especially in the west, with perhaps a greater incidence of snow compared to what we've seen so far in January. Strong winds or gales are also possible at times. Thursday 26 Jan - Thursday 9 Feb The end of January may see more settled conditions, particularly across the south, with spells of strong winds and rain confined to northern areas for a time. Into the start of February, confidence is markedly low. A return to unsettled conditions is most likely, with further spells of strong winds and rain for all areas. Temperatures generally mild, although some colder interludes likely, bringing wintry conditions at times. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

7.7c to the 10th 3.9c above the 61 to 90 average 3.4c above the 81 to 10 average

7.7c to the 9th 3.9c above the 61 to 90 average 3.5c above the 81 to 10 average

A dry night with a strong westerly wind and variable cloud Temp 8.0c

Sunday 15 Jan - Tuesday 24 Jan Much of this period is likely to be unsettled, with showers or longer spells of rain sweeping across the country, these most likely across the north and west. On Sunday, as temperatures become increasingly cooler, these showers are likely to become wintry across the north. A temporary spell of milder conditions is possible across the south midweek, however by the end of the week, most areas should see a return to below average temperatures. These cooler conditions are likely to allow the wintry showers to return, bringing an increasing likelihood of snow across northern regions down to lower levels. Fresh and breezy winds are often likely, becoming stronger at times with a risk of gales. Wednesday 25 Jan - Wednesday 8 Feb The end of January may see more settled conditions, particularly across the south, with spells of strong winds and rain confined to northern areas for a time. Into the start of February, confidence is markedly low. A return to unsettled conditions is most likely, with further spells of strong winds and rain for all areas. Temperatures generally mild, although some colder interludes likely, bringing wintry conditions at times. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/uk

A dry and colder night tonight with mostly clear skies and calm Temp 3.1c