Fresh weather maps from WXCHARTS, drawing on MetDesk data, are projecting snowfall accumulations of up to an impressive 97cm in select regions of the UK. From next Tuesday, less than a week from now, snow is set to blanket areas stretching from Cape Wrath in Scotland’s far north down to Hereford in the Midlands.

Scotland is likely to bear the heaviest impact, with sections of the Highlands potentially receiving up to 97cm of snow, whilst neighbouring regions could see accumulations reaching 12cm. England is expected to experience somewhat milder conditions, with an average of merely 2cm predicted nationwide, leaving substantial portions of the east and south largely unaffected.

In its outlook covering February 15 to 24, the Met Office notes: “Showers or longer spells of rain are expected as Atlantic low pressure systems dominate in the vicinity of the UK.

“Some heavy rain is likely in places, probably focussed on western hills, with some snow at times in the north, mainly on high ground. Strong winds are possible at times, especially around coasts. Temperatures will probably be near normal. Later in the period, there is a chance that drier, more settled conditions may begin to develop.”

Weather warnings have already been issued for this week, with snow forecast to reach as far south as Derbyshire. Nevertheless, the most severe conditions are expected next week when the heaviest snowfall is due to arrive.

Snowfall is anticipated across numerous UK cities next week, including Perth and Stirling in Scotland, as well as Hereford and Birmingham in the Midlands.

This follows a period of heavy and persistent rainfall. Britain has endured an unprecedented 42 consecutive days of rain, with meteorologists cautioning that the dreary weather will persist for several more weeks.

Stagnant low-pressure systems hovering over the UK have been identified as the cause of the relentless downpours. This continuous precipitation is typically referred to as a “blocked” weather pattern.