Britons are set to experience a crisp and blustery Christmas Day, with a widespread frost expected on Wednesday morning and temperatures struggling to climb above freezing for many.
A Chilly and Windy Festive Period
The Met Office has outlined a festive forecast dominated by cold conditions. Temperatures are predicted to peak at just 4C or 5C during the Christmas period, feeling even colder due to a significant wind chill. Brisk easterly winds, which will begin to strengthen from Christmas Eve, are expected to make the slightly below-average temperatures feel close to or below freezing across much of the country.
Will It Be a White Christmas?
For those dreaming of a snowy scene, the national forecaster has delivered disappointing news. The Met Office is not predicting a widespread white Christmas for the UK. However, there remains a very small chance of seeing some snow on high ground, specifically across Dartmoor, as rain showers push into parts of Devon and Cornwall.
For most, the key features of the weather will be frost and sunshine. December 24 and 25 are expected to be largely dry and sunny for many areas, though eastern regions are likely to see cloudier conditions. These similar weather patterns are forecast to continue right through towards New Year's Eve.
Overnight Freezes and Daytime Sunshine
The clear, cold nights will lead to sharp overnight frosts. Temperatures are set to plummet below freezing after dark, ensuring that most people will wake up to a frosty Christmas Day morning. The combination of bright daytime sunshine and persistent easterly winds will create a day where wrapping up warm will be essential for any outdoor activities.
In summary, the UK is braced for a traditional, chilly Christmas characterised more by frost and wind than by snow, with the best chance of any festive flurries confined to the moors of the South West.
