The possibility of a white Christmas has grown more likely as updated weather maps reveal snow spreading across much of the UK on December 25, possibly reaching as far south as London.
Weather maps show an extensive cold snap accompanied by wintry precipitation in northern regions, with the chance of snow flurries edging toward southern cities.
According to the latest WX Charts projections, snow depth is forecast to be significant in northern Scotland, particularly around Inverness, Aberdeen, and the Highlands, where up to 25cm of snow may settle.
Further south, Newcastle, Edinburgh, and parts of northern England may also see light snow showers.
The weather maps show potential snow accumulation even in areas as far south as Birmingham, Cardiff, and London, although amounts are likely to be modest in these regions.
Accompanying the snowfall, temperatures are set to plummet to freezing or below in many regions, with overnight lows nearing -7°C in northern Scotland and hovering around -1°C in central and southern areas, including London.
Daytime highs are expected to remain chilly, struggling to exceed 1-2°C in much of England and Wales.
A high-pressure system over the Atlantic is driving the wintry conditions, channelling Arctic air southward across the UK.
Meteorologists closely monitor the situation as the cold air interacts with moist systems moving in from the west, creating ideal conditions for snow in many areas.
The expected snow could disrupt holiday travel, especially in northern and upland areas where snowfall will be heaviest. Due to icy conditions, major roads, airports, and railways could face delays or closures.
Authorities are urging people to monitor weather updates and plan journeys carefully.
While the definition of a white Christmas requires just a single snowflake to fall on December 25 at a designated location (such as the Met Office headquarters), the current models suggest a good chance of widespread wintry scenes.
Bookmakers have already shortened the odds of snow in cities such as Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Manchester, while the chances of snowflakes in London have also risen significantly.