London is set for another icy blast as early as next Monday, according to dramatic new weather maps, though official forecasts tell a different story.
Snow Wall Set to Strike the Capital
Forecasters at WX Charts predict a significant freeze is on its way to the capital. Their latest modelling shows a concentrated wall of snow moving towards London, represented by deep purple shading on their maps. The intensity of the colour indicates the potential snowfall's heaviness.
The data suggests this wintry weather will arrive from a westerly direction at around 3am on Monday, January 12, before tracking off to the northeast. The WX Charts service provides updates every three hours, painting a stark picture of the week ahead.
Met Office Forecasts a Milder Outlook
In a contrasting view, the Met Office appears to disagree with the severity of the prediction. Its official forecast for London on Monday currently anticipates a predominantly cloudy day with a high chance of rain, rather than a major snow event.
This divergence highlights the complexities of pinpointing precise winter weather conditions several days in advance.
Current Warnings and the Week Ahead
The speculation about next week's conditions comes as Scotland contends with Yellow Weather warnings for snow and ice today, Wednesday, January 7. These alerts warn of potential travel disruption on roads and railways, longer journey times, and a risk of injuries from slips on icy surfaces.
For London, the immediate forecast remains cold and unsettled. The BBC's outlook details a windy and bright day today with a maximum temperature of 5°C, turning frosty overnight with a low of -2°C.
Thursday will be cloudy with patchy light rain or sleet, strengthening winds, and coastal gales. The period from Friday, January 8, to Sunday, January 10, looks miserable, with heavy rain, sleet, and snow clearing eastwards on Friday afternoon. Saturday may offer a dry respite, but Sunday is expected to be cloudy and windy with more rain, possibly wintry at first.
Residents across the capital are advised to stay updated with the latest forecasts as details for early next week become clearer.
