As of March 28, 2026, the UK is bracing for significant weather changes, with forecasts indicating wet conditions accompanied by snow and rain. This comes ahead of an Arctic storm expected to impact the region from April 2 to April 6.
Areas such as Glasgow, Aberdeenshire, Greater Manchester, the West Midlands, and Norfolk are set to be affected by the impending storm. Scotland, particularly the Highlands, Moray, and Aberdeenshire, is predicted to bear the brunt of the severe weather.
Accumulating snow is likely in parts of Northumberland and County Durham, as well as on higher ground in North Yorkshire. The Met Office Long Range Forecast has already warned of wetter weather conditions extending from April 1 to April 10.
Snow is expected to accumulate in Scotland and Northern Ireland this weekend, with temperatures feeling colder due to brisk winds. Highs are forecasted to reach around 10°C in southern England, while northern Scotland may see temperatures only reaching 7°C.
Sunday, April 1, will begin with the possibility of frost across parts of East Anglia and southern England after a clear night. A large rainband is anticipated to move in from the northwest, bringing frequent rain and wintry conditions over northern hills.
Today, March 28, starts with mostly clear conditions in Okehampton, where daytime highs are expected to reach about 7°C. However, the weather is set to change dramatically as the Arctic storm approaches.
This sequence of events is significant for residents across the UK, as the combination of rain and snow may lead to travel disruptions and hazardous conditions, particularly in the affected regions.
As the situation develops, authorities are advising the public to stay updated on weather forecasts and prepare for potential impacts from the storm.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact accumulation of snow and the extent of travel disruptions, but the forecast indicates a notable shift in weather patterns across the UK.
