Today, Scotland faces yellow warnings for snow and rain ahead of the arrival of Storm Kathleen this weekend. The rest of the UK is expected to have sunshine and wind. Maps show a wintry weather front sweeping in with as much as 6cm of snow expected per hour in some areas. Scotland and the north east of England are expected to have flurries, with much of Scotland covered in snow. A yellow warning for snow is in place from 3am to 9am, with concerns about road and railway disruptions. Another yellow warning for rain is also issued in a different area of Scotland.
Warnings for snow are in place in Scotland and the north east of England today, with concerns about roads and railways being affected. The Met Office predicts accumulating snow above 200 meters, with some temporary accumulations expected at lower levels. The warnings caution that 2-5 cm of snow is expected above 250 meters, with 10 cm or more likely above 300 meters. In addition, heavy rain is expected in the Central Belt of Scotland, with 15-25 mm likely to fall in six hours, and some areas potentially seeing up to 35 mm of rainfall overnight. The weekend forecast includes yellow wind warnings in western Britain as Storm Kathleen approaches.
Met Office Chief Meteorologist Matthew Lehnert highlights the snow expected to fall in higher ground, particularly in Scotland. Accumulating snow is expected above 200 meters, with some temporary accumulations possible at lower levels during heavy precipitation. A few centimeters of snow could settle below 250 meters, and 10 cm or more is expected above 300 meters. The warnings cover various regions in Scotland and parts of northern England for snow and rain. The weekend weather forecast includes 20C temperatures in the South East of England.
Scotland is warned of heavy rain causing disruption this morning in the Central Belt. The Met Office predicts 15-25 mm of rain with some areas expecting up to 35 mm overnight. As Storm Kathleen approaches this weekend, yellow wind warnings are issued in the west coast of Britain, while the South East braces for milder temperatures. The weather warnings for snow and rain emphasize the potential impacts on travel and transport, urging residents to stay informed and prepared for changing conditions. Overall, the UK is facing a mix of weather patterns, with varying conditions across different regions.
