The Met Office has issued a weather warning for snow, affecting the northern side of the Isle of Wight this week.
Valid from 9am to midnight on Wednesday 8th January 2025, the warning reads,
Whilst not all areas may be affected, outbreaks of snow may push in from the southwest during Wednesday, potentially giving some significant accumulations in places. 2-5 cm of snow could accumulate fairly widely, and as much as 10 cm over higher ground, especially over east or northeast-facing slopes. Rain or sleet is more likely near coasts. Note that there is still a possibility that the weather system, and associated rain or snow, may remain further south across the English Channel.
As precipitation clears eastwards and skies clear during Wednesday night, ice is likely to form on untreated surfaces.
What should I expect?
- There is a small chance that power cuts will occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected
- There is a slight chance that some rural communities could become cut off, most likely in upland areas
- There is a small chance of travel delays on roads with some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed or cancelled rail and air travel
You can follow the weather warning by visiting the Met Office website.
