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15-Day Cold & Snow Alert Forecast for London Region
Overview
In the coming fortnight, the weather around the London area will gradually transition from mild, wet autumnal conditions into colder, more wintry terrain. While significant snowfall is unlikely within the city limits, lower overnight temperatures and several rain-to-sleet transitions raise the risk of slippery surfaces, frost, and wintry hazards. This serves as an early alert for residents, drivers, and outdoor workers to prepare accordingly.
Days 1-4 (Mon 10-Thu 13 Nov) – Mild but Damp
• Mon 10: Periods of rain, high around 13 °C, low around 9 °C.
• Tue 11 & Wed 12: Largely cloudy, briefly milder (highs ~16 °C), lows ~13 °C.
• Thu 13: Low-lying clouds dominate, high ~16 °C, low ~11 °C.
Implications:
Wet conditions dominate early-week, keeping pavements slick. Although not cold yet, the dampness may mask underlying chill. Keep waterproof footwear and be cautious during the darker, wetter mornings.
Days 5-8 (Fri 14-Mon 17 Nov) – Cooling Off, Risk of Frost
• Fri 14: Occasional morning rain, then cloudy; high ~12 °C, low ~8 °C.
• Sat 15: Partly sunny, high ~12 °C, low ~5 °C.
• Sun 16: Sunshine returns, high ~10 °C, low ~4 °C.
• Mon 17: Increasing cloudiness, high ~10 °C, low ~5 °C.
Implications:
A marked drop in overnight temperatures means the first frosts are possible, particularly on Sat/Sun nights when lows reach ~4-5 °C. Although still above freezing, bridging into near-freezing overnight for some sheltered spots. Prepare warm clothing and watch out for icy patches early mornings.
Days 9-15 (Tue 18-Mon 24 Nov) – Cold Regime Sets In
• Tue 18: A little morning rain, then low clouds; high ~9 °C, low ~4 °C.
• Wed 19: Low clouds breaking for sun; high ~9 °C, low ~5 °C.
• Thu 20: Mostly sunny; high ~10 °C, low ~5 °C.
• Fri 21: Rain returns; high ~9 °C, low ~5 °C.
• Sat 22: Rain at times; high ~9 °C, low ~4 °C.
• Sun 23: Cloudy with afternoon rain; high ~8 °C, low ~2 °C.
• Mon 24: Partly sunny; high ~10 °C, low ~0 °C.
Implications:
This period introduces colder days and significant overnight freezing risk. Low temperatures drop to ~2-0 °C by Monday 24th. While heavy snow is not forecasted, the cold combined with rain events and subsequent freezing could cause ice buildup on roads and pavements. Slushy mixes or sleet are possible in transitional periods (especially Tue/Wed when highs are ~9-10 °C but lows fall near 4-5 °C). On Sun 23rd and Mon 24th, there’s greater risk of night-time freezing, meaning frost and black ice in the early hours — particularly hazardous for motorists and pedestrians.
Key Alerts & Preparedness Tips
• Early frost/ice: Especially on nights from Sat 15 onwards — wrap up early, de-ice plants, protect vehicles.
• Driving caution: From midnight to ~09:00 in the cold regime phase the roads may be icy even though no heavy snowfall is predicted.
• Footpath hazard: Pavements may be wet then freeze overnight; consistent slippers or non-slip footwear and ensuring lighting is good helps.
• Rain-to-freeze transitions: Rain falling on already cold ground (especially towards Sun 23/Mon 24) could lead to sleety patches or thin ice rather than snow accumulation.
• No heavy snow expected: While winter conditions are setting in, the forecast doesn’t show major snow-events for central London—visibility will remain good compared to heavy snow zones, but night-time freezing is the main hazard.
What This Means for You
For residents around London (including areas like Ramsgate and the wider Kent coast), this forecast underlines a shift from matter-of-fact autumn dampness into genuine winter-mode conditions. Although you’re unlikely to wake up to snow-drifts in the city, freezing nights, icy mornings, and the possibility of sleet are now real concerns. Plan accordingly:
• Check vehicle tyres and de-icing supplies.
• Clear driveways or outdoor equipment of rainwater before night-time freeze.
• Dress in layers (daytime highs in low 10s °C, nights near 0 °C).
• If travelling early mornings late in the period (from ~24th), allow extra time for ice-hazard.
• Keep an eye on local forecasts and alerts — conditions can shift quickly in cold regimes.
Attached is a news article regarding cold & snow alert Europe 15 days weather forecast
https://opensnow.com/dailysnow/europe
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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