Met Office Issues 15-Hour Storm Dave Warning with 20cm Snow Risk
The Met Office has named areas at risk of up to 20cm of snow as it issued a 15-hour yellow weather warning for Storm Dave, set to impact the UK this weekend. The warning covers rain and snow, with significant disruption expected on roads and railways, and potential interruptions to power supplies over the Easter bank holiday.
Weather Alert Details and Timing
A yellow weather warning for snow will be active from 3pm on Saturday, April 4, until 6am on Sunday, April 5. According to the Met Office, rain arriving from the south on Saturday afternoon is likely to turn to sleet and snow over hills as it meets cold air across central and northwest Scotland.
During the evening, snow may intensify, with increasing winds leading to blizzard conditions, drifting snow, and very poor visibility across hills and mountains in northwest Scotland. Accumulating snow on roads is expected mostly above 200 meters elevation, where 5 to 10cm is possible, with a small chance of 10 to 20cm.
Rainfall and Flooding Concerns
Meanwhile, at lower elevations, particularly in the Western Isles and Skye, persistent and heavy rain could cause impacts from surface water flooding. Following rain on Thursday night, an additional 20 to 30mm of rain is forecast widely, with 40 to 50mm in some areas, most of which will fall within about six hours.
The weather alert specifically applies to Highlands & Eilean Siar, including Na h-Eileanan Siar and Highland regions. Residents are advised to prepare for possible travel delays and check for updates on power supplies as Storm Dave approaches.
