Met Office Sounds Snow and Ice Alarm Across South East London
The Met Office has slapped a yellow weather warning on the region as temperatures plunge. Snow and ice are set to cause chaos from 9pm tonight (March 6) until 10am tomorrow (March 7).
Travel Disruptions Loom
Brace yourself for delays. The warning signals longer journey times on roads, buses, and trains. Snow is expected to fall between 11am and 3pm on Tuesday, with a 60% chance between 11am and 1pm, dropping slightly to 50% from 2pm to 3pm.
Snow, sleet, and rain will batter the region on Wednesday too, with South East London in the firing line.
What to Expect: Full Forecast Breakdown
- Monday: Cloudy with light rain easing east later. Some bright spells and showers pop up by afternoon before thickening clouds return. Top temp: 8°C, but a biting breeze will make it feel colder.
- Monday Night: Rain turns wintry on hills and possibly lower areas overnight. Watch for icy patches forming by morning. Minimum temp: 0°C.
- Tuesday: Morning starts with cloud, rain, and snow clearing southward. Bright, sunny spells emerge from the north. Chilly day with a high of 5°C.
- Wednesday to Friday: Wednesday remains icy cold with rain, sleet, and snow showers possible. Thursday and Friday warm up slightly but expect rain and strong winds.
Conditions should improve towards the weekend, but keep your winter woollies handy for now.