South West Set for Snow as UK Weather Maps Turn Purple
The UK is preparing for a sharp temperature drop within weeks after experiencing the dullest October in 60 years and a mild, wet start to November. Large parts of the West Country, including Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset, are expected to see temperatures fall to a maximum of 5°C, with several centimetres of snow forecast for Thursday, November 19.
Snowfall and Rainfall Predictions
According to WXCharts weather maps generated on November 6, a substantial snowfall could occur, especially around Exmoor National Park in North Devon, where snowfall rates might reach up to 3 cm per hour.
- Areas near Exeter, Yeovil, and Sherborne may receive lighter snowfalls around 1 cm per hour.
- Southern England, including parts of Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire, will face significant rainfall.
Expected Rainfall and Snowfall Intensity
The WXCharts map shows much of the south coast of England and Wales under colors indicating heavy precipitation. Major cities like London and Southampton could experience rainfall rates up to 1.5 cm per hour.
"A large area of South West England and South Wales could see as much as 3cm/hr of snowfall, particularly around Exmoor National Park in North Devon," reports the Express.
Key settlements such as Cardiff and Plymouth are also set to get a good dusting of snow.
Summary
The UK’s weather outlook points to a notable transition to colder and wetter conditions, with the South West facing significant snowfalls amid widespread regional rainfall.
Author’s Summary: The West Country will experience a notable temperature drop with snowfalls up to 3 cm/hour and heavy rain along southern England on November 19, marking a sharp change from a mild start to November.