UK Braces for Freezing Fog and 60mph Winds as Temperatures Plummet to -6°C

March 12, 2025
UK Braces for Freezing Fog and 60mph Winds as Temperatures Plummet to -6°C
  • Temperatures are expected to drop significantly across the country following the warm weekend, with highs around 10°C.

  • The Met Office anticipates an unsettled middle of March with rain and strong winds, but potentially dry and bright conditions may return later in the month.

  • The Met Office has issued a warning for freezing fog and winds reaching up to 60 mph across the UK, with temperatures dropping to -6°C.

  • Meteorologist Tom Morgan highlighted that the current Arctic air mass contrasts sharply with the milder conditions experienced just a weekend prior.

  • This cold snap follows a brief warm spell where temperatures reached up to 20°C, attracting crowds to beaches and parks.

  • A yellow warning for ice has been issued for several regions in northern England, including parts of Derbyshire, Durham, and Cumbria.

  • Current weather conditions are reminiscent of the 'Beast from the East' weather pattern of 2018, although this year's conditions are not expected to be as severe.

  • The abrupt change in weather is often referred to as 'fool's spring,' where warm weather is quickly followed by a drop in temperatures.

  • From March 12 to 20, northeasterly winds are expected to bring a mix of sunshine and showers, with snowfall forecasted over hills, particularly in the north and east.

  • Meteorologists predict a sudden stratospheric warming event over the next fortnight, which could disrupt the polar vortex and allow Arctic air to move southward.

  • While the South may experience milder conditions, much cooler temperatures will prevail in the North, with patchy rain moving southwards.

  • Overall, temperatures are expected to remain below normal during this period, with a potential warming trend as spring progresses.

Summary based on 18 sources


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