Greater Manchester is poised to experience its first snowfall of the season next week as temperatures drop significantly. The change follows a series of heavy rain and strong winds that have impacted the UK, prompting multiple weather warnings across the nation.
Forecast for Snow in Greater Manchester
The Met Office has confirmed that drier and colder conditions are on the horizon. Temperatures are expected to plummet below freezing, leading to frost and potential wintry showers, including snow. Predictions indicate that temperatures could reach as low as -2°C on Thursday, November 20.
Expected Weather Conditions
According to BBC Weather, light snow is likely to fall across various boroughs in Greater Manchester during the early morning hours. The forecast for Thursday, November 20, outlines potential conditions for specific areas:
- Bolton: Light snow from 1am to 4am, transitioning to sleet from 10-11am.
- Bury: Light snow will occur from 9pm (November 19) until 6am on Thursday, followed by sleet around 9-10am.
- Manchester: Sleet expected from 7pm Wednesday until 8am Thursday.
- Oldham: Light snow from midnight to 7am, with sleet continuing on Thursday and into Friday.
- Rochdale: Snow showers from 3am to 8am, with sleet around 9-10am, and light snow returning late Thursday night.
- Salford: Sleet from 9pm Wednesday to 8am Thursday.
- Stockport: Sleet from 8pm Wednesday to 5am, with light snow showers from 6-8am.
- Tameside: Light snow from 2-7am, sleet from 10am-12pm.
- Trafford: Sleet for much of Wednesday evening, turning to light snow from 4am Thursday and sleet again around 9-10am.
- Wigan: Light snow from 4-5am and again at 8am, followed by sleet from 9am onwards.
Colder Conditions Expected
Regardless of the extent of snowfall, the Met Office warns that temperatures will significantly drop across the region. Northern and eastern areas are predicted to experience the most severe chill due to a brisk northerly wind. The long-range forecast from November 16 to 25 indicates a colder but drier regime in central and northern parts of the UK, with overnight frost and possibilities of wintry showers on high ground in the north.
As conditions remain subject to change, it’s advisable for residents to stay updated with forecasts in the days leading up to the expected snowfall. El-Balad will provide the latest weather updates as they become available.
