London: Temperatures across the UK could fall again toward the end of the month, increasing the likelihood of snow in parts of the country, forecasters have warned.
According to the Met Office, weather conditions this weekend are expected to remain mostly average for the time of year, with temperatures generally ranging between 6°C and 10°C. However, January 18 forecast to be largely cloudy and grey, with dense fog in some areas and rain spreading across the country as the day progresses.
Rain is expected to move into southern England and Wales, pushing northwards and becoming heavy at times. While south-east England, north-west Scotland and Northern Ireland may experience some brighter spells, temperatures in these regions are forecast to be lower overall, ranging from 2°C to 6°C.
A murky start to Sunday with lingering fog patches, slow to clear in places, and possibly leading to some difficult driving conditions 🌫️
Spells of rain in the south will drift northwards though the morning ☔
Feeling chilly under cloudy skies 🥶 pic.twitter.com/Oxy6CL0SWi
— Met Office (@metoffice) January 17, 2026
Looking ahead, the Met Office remarked that the conditions could turn colder later in the month, increasing the chance of snow across parts of the UK. From January 22, forecasters expect a ‘battle’ between Atlantic weather systems moving in from the west and high pressure with colder air exerting influence from the east.
Initially, milder Atlantic air is likely to dominate, bringing cloudy and changeable conditions with showers and near-average temperatures. Toward the end of the month, however, there is an increased possibility of a shift to colder weather, which would raise the potential for snowfall.
The Met Office stated that this part of the forecast remains uncertain, but the risk of snow increases if colder conditions become established. Forecasters also noted that there is a greater chance of cold conditions extending into February, along with an associated risk of wintry hazards at times.
Earlier this month, the UK was hit by Storm Goretti, which the Met Office described as a multi-hazard event. The storm brought gusts of almost 100mph and prompted a rare red warning for dangerous winds in south-west England.
The severe conditions led to widespread disruption, including flight cancellations, train delays, and the closure of hundreds of schools. A man in his 50s was found dead in a caravan in Helston, Cornwall, after a tree fell onto the vehicle, police said.
The recent spell of severe weather followed earlier snowfall in parts of the country, including Westminster, highlighting the continued risk of further winter disruption as colder temperatures potentially return later this month.
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