Substantial snowfall is predicted to hit parts of England later this month, with weather models indicating over four inches could accumulate in some northern regions.
Affected Regions and Snowfall Timeline
Weather data from WX Charts shows intense purple patches, indicating heavy precipitation, developing across northern England, southern Scotland, and Northern Ireland on Saturday, November 15.
The following eight counties are expected to be impacted: Lancashire, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, Cumbria, Durham, Tyne & Wear, and Northumberland.
The most significant accumulation is forecast for the North Pennines, where snowfall rates could reach a remarkable 10.81cm (4.25 inches) per hour around 3am on that Saturday.
Met Office Long-Range Forecast
Meanwhile, the Met Office's outlook for November 12 to 21 suggests a shift towards cooler conditions. Their forecast indicates the period may start unsettled and mild, but a change is expected around mid-month.
The Met Office states: 'From around the middle of the month, we may see a transition towards more generally drier weather across the UK, and with this it is likely to turn a little cooler overall, with a greater risk of overnight frost.'
Duration and Potential Impact
The snowfall event is not expected to be brief. Models from wxcharts.com suggest the snow could continue falling over the North Pennines area for a full 24-hour period, starting at 3am on Saturday, November 15, and potentially lasting until 3am on Sunday, November 16.
This prolonged period of snowfall increases the likelihood of travel disruption and requires residents in the affected counties to stay updated with the latest weather warnings from official sources.
