Fresh snowfall is predicted to hit parts of the Midlands this weekend, with one Staffordshire town forecast to see the deepest accumulations that could surpass last year's levels. According to detailed weather mapping, the new flurries are expected to arrive on Sunday morning, bringing further potential disruption after a week of wintry conditions.
Snowfall Predictions and Key Locations
Forecaster WX Charts, which utilises metdesk data, has pinpointed where the snow will land. Its models indicate snow will arrive over the West Midlands and Staffordshire from around 9am on Sunday, January 11.
While Birmingham may only see a light dusting of approximately 0.6cm, the market town of Cheadle, near Stoke-on-Trent, could be blanketed by up to 3.1cm. This projected depth is significant, as historical data from www.timeanddate.com shows that no snow fell in Cheadle on the same date twelve months ago, meaning this weekend's weather could set a new recent record for the area.
Current Warnings and Disruption
The region is already grappling with the impacts of winter. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across the Midlands, covering Birmingham and Staffordshire. This alert came into force at 12pm on Friday, January 9 and is scheduled to remain until 12pm on Saturday, January 10.
Towns and cities across the Midlands have experienced travel problems this week due to existing snow and ice. The forecast for further precipitation over the weekend raises the likelihood of continued disruption for motorists and public transport users.
Met Office Outlook for the Coming Days
Looking ahead to Saturday, the Met Office predicts a mix of conditions. Some wintry showers are possible for eastern England and Scotland, while other areas will be dry with variable cloud. Frost in inland areas may be persistent, and winds are expected to be much lighter than recently.
For the period from Sunday to Tuesday, the national forecaster states: "Further wet and windy weather moving east through Sunday, with some hill snow in the north." However, a shift to milder conditions is anticipated by Monday, offering some respite from the cold snap as temperatures are expected to rise for all regions by Tuesday.
Residents across the West Midlands and Staffordshire are advised to stay updated with the latest forecasts and travel information before heading out over the weekend.
