The United Kingdom is bracing for a wintry onslaught this week as the Met Office has activated a series of yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across multiple regions. However, the capital city appears set to dodge the most severe winter conditions, with forecasts predicting persistent rainfall rather than snowfall.
National Weather Alerts in Force
The national meteorological service has implemented several yellow warnings covering substantial portions of the country. These alerts specifically target Wales, Scotland, and northwestern areas of England, indicating potential hazards from icy conditions and accumulating snow throughout Monday, February 3rd, and into Tuesday, February 4th, 2026.
Residents in these warned regions are advised to exercise caution during travel and outdoor activities, as surfaces may become slippery and visibility could be reduced during periods of heavier precipitation.
London's Forecast: Rain Instead of Snow
While northern and western parts of the UK contend with winter weather, the forecast for London and southeastern England tells a different story. The Met Office confirms that no snow or ice warnings are currently in place for the capital, with the anticipated winter blast expected to bypass southern regions entirely.
Instead, Londoners should prepare for a damp period characterized by substantial rainfall. The precipitation is forecast to begin during Monday afternoon, continuing through the evening and overnight hours. The Met Office's specific forecast for London and Southeast England describes "wet conditions into the evening, with mostly light rain punctuated by heavier bursts."
Meteorologists indicate this rain will gradually move northward later in the night, eventually giving way to drier conditions and clearer spells as Tuesday approaches.
Temperatures Remain Above Freezing
Supporting the rain forecast rather than snow prediction, temperature readings in London are expected to stay well above freezing point. Thermometers should hover around 5°C during the initial wet period, with a noticeable warming trend anticipated by midweek.
The mercury is projected to climb to a milder 11°C by Wednesday, February 5th, further diminishing any likelihood of wintry precipitation in the capital region during the current weather pattern.
This temperature profile contrasts sharply with conditions in warned areas further north, where sub-zero readings could facilitate the snow and ice hazards highlighted in the Met Office alerts.
While London escapes the snow warnings affecting other UK regions this week, residents should still prepare for potentially disruptive rainfall and plan travel accordingly during the wetter periods forecast for Monday and Tuesday.
