South West Set for Snow as UK Weather Maps Turn Purple
Large parts of the West Country, including Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset, are expected to see temperatures drop to a maximum of 5°C. Several centimetres of snow are likely on Thursday, November 19, according to WXCharts weather maps generated on November 6.
Following the dreariest October in six decades and a mild, wet start to November, the UK is preparing for a sharp temperature fall in the weeks ahead.
Weather Forecast Details
- Southern England, along with parts of Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire, will experience substantial rainfall.
- South West England and South Wales could see snowfall rates up to 3cm per hour, especially around Exmoor National Park in North Devon.
- Areas near Exeter, Yeovil, and Sherborne may receive lighter snow at about 1cm per hour.
A WXCharts weather map shows "much of the south coast of England and Wales blanketed under a cloud of blue, green and purple," signaling significant rainfall.
Major cities including London and Southampton might face up to 1.5cm of rain per hour, while Cardiff and Plymouth are set for a noticeable dusting of snow.
This combination of rain and snow highlights the approaching change to colder and wetter conditions across the region.
Summary
The South West and parts of southern England are heading for a sharp weather shift with snow and heavy rainfall as temperatures drop significantly later this month.
Author's summary: The West Country faces a marked temperature drop with snow and heavy rain expected mid-November, marking a shift to colder, wetter weather after a mild start to the month.