TODAY'S WEATHER

UK overview map

NEWSLETTER

Daily weather by email



Lengthy period of colder weather possible

By

[Published 06:40 04/01/2024]

Near to Grantown on Spey. Looking towards the Cairngorms. Posted by Dizzy Daff

A big change is set to take place through the rest of the week. High pressure will build from the west bringing colder and more settled weather. Frost is likely to become widespread, and there could be wintry showers for a time in central and eastern counties. Computer models are suggesting temperatures will often be below average during the next few weeks. (If you would like to browse the website without adverts and contribute to its ongoing development, explore the payment options, see below)


14 day weather forecast video

Issued 2nd January 2024

14 day video weather forecast

 


Weather forecast discussion

Issued 4th January 2024

Thursday starts with showers in the northern half of the UK. In the south it is dry.

Through the day, showers continue in the north. In the south cloud builds, and through the afternoon heavy outbreaks of rain push across southern England, into the Midlands and East Anglia. In places they could lead to further flooding. Winds strengthen and near to the south coast gales are possible. Much of Wales should remain dry throughout. 

Temperatures range from 6°C in Scotland to 11°C in the south. You can check the weather radar for the most up to date view.

Ad free access and extra features

Free trial period and payment options to browse the TWO website without adverts. You'll also get access to extra features and supporting our ongoing development.

 

For full details please see Advert free access on our website.

UKV 1
UK Met Office UKV, rain and snow, 15:00 Thursday 4th January

Tonight, the rain clears from most areas, but it probably stays wet in eastern England. Northern and western areas have chilly and showery conditions. Windy in the south east.

Tomorrow, the remnants of the rain in the east slowly clear to leave a showery picture across the UK. However, many locations probably remain dry and there should be a reasonable amount of brightness. it will feel a little colder than recently.

UKV 2
UK Met Office UKV, rain and snow, 15:00 Friday 5th January

Colder this weekend

Saturday should be mostly dry and bright. However, there could be a few showers scattered around, and in the north and east they may begin to turn wintry. Colder than recently, with a widespread frost developing overnight. 

Sunday is forecast to be bright and cold in the north and west of the UK. In the east showers are likely and through the day they push westwards into central areas. Over high ground they could fall as sleet or snow. Cold with frost early and late.

Monday is expected to be cold and dry in most areas. However, there is a risk of sleet and snow showers in central and eastern England. They probably won't amount to much, but a few places may see a covering of snow.

GFS chart 1
GFS, surface pressure and precipitation, 15:00 Monday 8th January

Today's featured photo

Near to Grantown on Spey. Looking towards the Cairngorms. Posted by Dizzy Daff.

Upload your photos

PS: A massive thanks to all of you who post such fantastic pics. They're much appreciated, so please keep them coming!



Recent news and features

Colder weather in January

Weather picture gallery

Advert free access to our website


Hourly weather

Frequently requested locations. Use the Place or postcode picker at the top of the page for all other locations.

16 day weather

Frequently requested locations. Use the Place or postcode picker at the top of the page for all other locations.


Recent videos

Subscribe to our YouTube channel

 

Get weather notifications

RECENT DAILY LEAD NEWS