December 30th 2024.
The upcoming week in the UK is looking quite dreary, with a majority of the country being covered by yellow weather warnings. As we ring in the New Year, it seems that Mother Nature is determined to stick to her typical British style - lots of rain, wind, and even some snow in certain areas.
According to the Met Office, there are currently two yellow weather warnings in effect for today. The first one covers most of northern Scotland, while the second one is in place for a small portion of northern England. Western Scotland is expected to receive up to 140mm of rain, with snow also expected in Perthshire. The warning is set to expire at 11.59pm and could bring about flooding, power outages, and travel disruptions.
Unfortunately, it's not just Scotland that's being hit hard by the weather. The regions of Durham, Cumbria, Northumberland, and North Yorkshire are also facing strong winds of up to 60mph. As a wide front of snow and rain moves towards the northern parts of the country, it's expected to reach the southern regions by the early hours of December 31.
But the weather woes don't end there. As the day progresses, wet and windy conditions are expected to persist in northern England, the Midlands, and Wales until the mid-afternoon. The Met Office has issued a warning for potential travel disruptions and other hazards until 11pm. However, as the storms move southwards, they are expected to weaken and bring lighter showers to the southwest and southeast in the evening.
New Year's Day doesn't look much better, as the Met Office has issued yellow weather alerts for wind in England, rain in Wales, and snow in Scotland. Strong winds of 65-75mph are likely along the coasts and hills, with gusts of 50-60mph expected inland. Heavy rain is also predicted for western areas in the morning, with northern England and southern Scotland likely to see downpours in the late afternoon. Even Wales isn't being spared from the wet weather, with a yellow warning in place for heavy rain.
As we head into the new year, it seems like the weather is going to remain the same - stormy and unpredictable. The Met Office has warned that the storms could continue until the morning of January 2, with areas in southern Scotland at risk of flooding. Power cuts, flooded roads, and disruptions in public transport are also expected. Chief forecaster Andy Page has advised everyone to stay updated on the weather forecast, especially with the upcoming celebrations and travel plans.
It's safe to say that rainy conditions are expected to cover a large portion of the UK in the coming days. In fact, almost the entire country is under at least one weather warning. With such a complex and varied forecast, there is a possibility that the warnings may shift and escalate in some areas. As we all prepare for the new year, let's keep an eye on the weather and make sure to adjust our plans accordingly.
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