Met Office issues new UK snow update in December forecast

The has released its latest weather forecast for early December, revealing the possibility of in parts of the UK as the nation prepares for the winter season.

The forecast, covering the period from December 3 to December 17, outlines a mix of dry and settled conditions and bouts of wetter and windier weather influenced by Atlantic systems.

According to the update, there is a general trend toward drier and more settled , with high-pressure systems likely dominating much of the country.

This could bring calm and cold weather to many regions, reducing the chance of prolonged rain or storms during the first half of the month.

However, the forecast warns of periodic shifts in weather patterns as Atlantic fronts move across the UK.

These unsettled periods are expected to bring wind and rain to many areas, with the added risk of snow, especially in the northern hills.

The chances of snow are expected to be highest during colder spells associated with these systems.

Temperatures are forecast to remain slightly below average in the early part of the period but are expected to edge closer to seasonal norms as December progresses.

While the conditions may feel chilly, particularly during clear nights, there is no indication yet of widespread or severe cold snaps.

The Met Office's outlook suggests that residents across the UK should prepare for a mix of calm and unsettled weather.

Those in northern regions, particularly higher-altitude areas, should be mindful of the potential for snow and challenging travel conditions.