TemperatureClose to average. PrecipitationClose to average.1/12 to 7/12Slowly turning more unsettled.Much of the UK begins cold and dry with nighttime frost and fog. In the north it turns more unsettled during the first few days. Later in the week the risk of rain spreads southwards to all areas and it becomes milder.
8/12 to 14/12Quite cold and changeable. Forecast confidence is moderateUnsettled weather is forecast to continue. All areas have wet periods and it could become very windy at times.
Colder air progressively pushes southwards and there is a likelihood of snow in the north. The risk of sleet and wet snow may extend into central and southern counties, particularly over high ground.
15/12 to 31/12Unsettled and quite cold at first. Forecast confidence is lowChangeable and rather cold weather is forecast at the start of the period. In the north it could be cold enough for snow at times, particularly over high ground. The risk of snow spreading further south is considered quite low but it is not discounted.
Through the rest of the period it probably remains changeable with temperatures becoming close to the seasonal average.Important note about long range weather forecasts: It is considered impossible to say with certainty what the weather will be like more than a few days ahead in the UK. Long range forecasts on TheWeatherOutlook have not been independently verified, and we make no claims for their accuracy. A range of factors including seasonal computer models, recent weather patterns, sea surface temperatures and teleconnections are considered when making the forecasts.
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I had a friend tell me the other day that it is a great sign there are so many bees, big snow year. I didn’t really get this one though. There are a lot of old winter wives tales that I believe whole-heartedly though, and maybe you should too. Nature has its own way of preparing for a big winter. If the migratory birds are still hanging around, you may want to start worrying. If your dog has a thicker coat or the squirrels are scurrying around already, start getting exciting.