Forecasters give early verdict on a white Christmas | Bristol Live
It comes as more cold weather is on the way
Long-range forecasts suggest a white Christmas is unlikely this year(Image: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
Everything you need to know
- White Christmas Unlikely: Despite the early December freeze, long-range forecasts suggest temperatures will rise again later in the month, making a White Christmas unlikely, though Met Office maps will continue to update as the date approaches.
- Arctic Blast Return: After a brief rise in temperatures following last week’s freeze, a new “snow bomb” is predicted to hit the UK, with the South West set for snow as freezing low pressure sweeps down from the northwest.
- Key Date Identified: Forecasters pinpoint Saturday, December 6, as the start of the next significant snowfall, which could see up to seven inches accumulate in parts of the UK and white hues appearing on maps as far south as the Cotswolds.
- Temperature Plunge: While Monday saw milder highs of around 11.7C, thermometers are expected to drop significantly in early December, bringing freezing weather back to Bristol and the surrounding region.
- Preceding Rain: Before the snow arrives, the region faces a period of wet and windy conditions, with forecasts warning of heavy rain and potential flooding in the west, adding to recent Met Office weather warnings.
- Travel Hazards: The combination of plummeting temperatures, rain, and potential snow will likely create treacherous driving conditions, prompting alerts for drivers to take extra care on icy roads.
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