The Midlands experienced a significant dip in temperatures overnight, reaching as low as -2C with frosty conditions and the possibility of snow on the horizon, according to the Met Office. As residents grapple with increasing gas and electricity bills, many are hesitant to switch on their heating systems.
Areas such as Pershore and Cannock recorded a chilly -2C, though the bitter winds made it feel closer to -4C. Saturday is expected to stay below 6C with freezing temperatures carrying over to Sunday morning, with a forecast of -2C followed by heavy rain. The following week brings the potential for snow, according to Met Office forecasts.
A Met Office forecaster for the Midlands alerted, “Tonight, clear skies and light winds will lead to temperatures dropping below freezing overnight, resulting in widespread frost. Cloud cover is expected to increase from the west by dawn, with a minimum temperature of -2°C.”
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Looking ahead to the period between November 29 and December 8, colder than average conditions across the UK are anticipated. The forecast suggests the possibility of widespread snow moving in from the south, accompanied by strong winds or gales, particularly in the southern regions. The anticipated cooler weather will likely be characterized by cold, calm periods, as well as intermittent showers with rain, sleet, and potential hill snow. The likelihood of sleet and snow showers affecting northern and eastern coastal districts is high. Towards the end of the forecast period, there is a growing chance of a temperature upturn as new cloud cover and rain formations approach from the Atlantic.
The betting odds for a white Christmas in Birmingham stand at 6/1, while Manchester has shorter odds of 4/1 as per William Hill bookmakers.