UK Weather Update: The UK weather suggests that an unseasonal cold wave could be in parts of the UK for next month. There will be the possibility of snowfall stretching as far south as Derbyshire.

The weather forecast suggests Britain prepare for this unusual burst. Check the full UK weather forecast here.

UK Weather Forecast Today

Currently, the UK is experiencing mostly dry and settled conditions with warm sunshine for many areas.

How is the weather expected in the UK?

The weather forecast indicates that snow showers might happen across some portions of the UK for up to 30 hours between May 05 and May 06, which presents the possibility of uncommon May snowfall.

What are the different Temperatures in the UK?

The maps display precipitation moving in from the North, with colder air circulating a low-pressure system positioned over Scandinavia. This enables wintry showers to drift southwards.

However, Scotland is expected to experience the heaviest and most sustained snowfall. Some regions around Aberdeen and the Highlands look most vulnerable to disruptive conditions, though the system doesn’t stay limited to the North.

In northern England, flurries are forecast to reach cities such as Newcastle and stretch further south towards the Midlands.

Also, elevated terrain in Derbyshire, including sections of the Peak District, might see settling snow if the temperature falls adequately overnight.

Similarly, upland regions of Cumbria may face brief blizzard-like conditions, especially during heavier periods.

How's the weather in the South and North in the UK?

Much of southern England is anticipated to remain predominantly dry, with maps indicating calmer conditions compared to the north, with only very scattered light showers likely and some brighter intervals.

Weather experts warn that predicting snow this far in advance, especially in May, involves considerable uncertainty.

Ground temperatures are usually milder at this time of year, which means any snowfall at lower elevations may find it difficult to settle.