An Icelandic blast is set to usher in hail and snow across the UK, according to the Met Office. The weather system, moving from Iceland, will bring plunging temperatures, with warnings issued and potentially more severe conditions to come.
The Met Office has cautioned that a deepening area of low pressure will progress eastward over northern Scotland early on Tuesday, resulting in heavy rain, particularly affecting Scotland and Northern Ireland. This rain will be accompanied by strengthening north-westerly winds. Met Office Chief Meteorologist Andy Page emphasised concerns over a prolonged period of heavy rain near Shetland, prompting a yellow weather warning for rain.
In addition to rain moving southwards across the country, cold northerly winds are expected tomorrow. This cold airmass will spread across the entire UK by mid-week, bringing hail and thunder to some areas, with potential wintry showers over Scottish mountains. Looking ahead, milder air from the Atlantic is predicted to return later in the week, displacing the cold air and restoring temperatures closer to seasonal averages.
The Met Office continues to monitor the situation for potential weather warnings, advising the public to stay updated on the latest forecasts and alerts for their respective areas. Stay tuned for further developments as this Icelandic blast makes its presence felt across the nation.