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Few wet snowflakes mixing in with the very heavy shower over Eastern Solihull. Must be due to the intensity trying to bring colder air down again. (Edit: mostly back to rain/sleety rain again).

Yep, gone back to a light sleety mix again

Some nice big fat flakes now with the precipitation more like proper snow again

More of a wintry mix now But has still been a nice snow event (and Friday probably could still spring a surprise)

Is kinda hard to explain, but the snow coming down today has a cleaner look about it compared to yesterday’s fall. IMG_0296.MOV Really are some wicked wintry scenes this morning Am guessing about 5 to 6cm in parts here.

Forgot the ruler, but estimate around 3 to 4cm now. An improvement on some of our dustings in early/mid-December 2022 (although that had lasted a week in patches).

That’s true to be fair. So wouldn’t mind seeing it snow in May (but with lots of warm spells in between). Last time it snowed in May here was in the mid 90’s (if I recall correctly).

Despite the likely chance of snow turning to rain for most of us during tomorrow (except maybe Northern Midlands, but definitely a nowcasting situation), it has been a fairly decent snow event. It doesn’t want to give up the ghost yet, as snow continues to fall. Colder, deeper, air could have ensured more settled but not bad going for March. I mean, it’s pretty when snow settles, but pretty just watching it fall too. Plus, as others been covering throughout the thread, the snow could come back to invade the Midlands early Friday. As such, even though snow could lose the battle tomorrow, it hasn’t yet lost the war.

A good shift South of the milder air on the 18Z Arpege for tomorrow afternoon (sorry, it was just too tempting )

Better than no shift South I guess. Around 2cm (possibly 3 in a few odd spots) of snow here, and still snowing with a few chunky flakes mixed in with the baby ones.

Apart from the road, a slushy dusting appearing now. Not seen the radar, so unsure how much more there is to come, but hopefully enough to put down a reasonable covering (even if it’s something like 2 - 3cm).

Anytime I’ll see if I can turn up the power and blow the more moderate burst of snow here to you and others further North.

I’ll install a massive fan and blow it your way. Can’t promise you much due to how light the snow has been (so far)

I knew there was a possibility of the front getting further North today resulting in more snow shields getting blasted apart, but surprised to see that it’s snowing (albeit lightly) already. Didn’t think the white stuff would get here till this afternoon. Quite a surprise

Hi @syed2878, not sure if a new thread would be worth it yet - just had a look at the other regional weather chat threads, most are around 200+ pages (this thread being just over 100 pages). Some other current regional weather chat threads being around since 2020 or 2021 like this one. I can unleash a new one, however, should there be enough interest for it.

Great capture. A good burst of snow you had from that shower. Think that was the same shower I caught the Eastern edge of at Birmingham Airport earlier (just a few flakes blowing about, but nice to see all the same). That’s great some of you got to see a bit of white stuff this afternoon. It may not be much, but it’s a start. Hopefully a sign of a snowy main course to come.

In terms of those wanting snow, the best case sort of scenario that could please many could be snow for the South/far South tomorrow (which models show as a real possibility), Snow for the Midlands (from a greedy perspective) from Thursday’s/Friday’s front (even though Models, except possibly ECMWF, show this being knife edge and likely turn to rain). And then for our fellow Northern friends to join in from the Low/front during the weekend.

It’s always something we can certainly try for next Winter. I mean there is the Model Highlights thread but, for some, I respect the fact it’s not quite the same as having a relaxed general model output thread to take part in.

While I quite enjoy using (albeit mostly occasionally) and reading the Model thread, I think it’s unfortunate that those who like to post charts that show something such as (edit: other than) cold, do get looked down upon sometimes. It can ruin what can be a great, informative, thread. I have no doubt the odd few do it to try winding others up, otherwise some are trying to provide a more level headed view of the outlook. A good thing really. Sometimes you do have to scroll through many posts until you get to those that some on here prefer - objective, balanced posts. (Though personally don’t mind, either, the posts chasing the cold or hot spells, to take away some of the seriousness of the thread). Although, during the Spring, especially the later part and throughout Summer, the thread feels more relaxed.

I guess could mean Friday’s Low could end up sneaking in further South or, (although probably unlikely), take a swim through the Channel. I do hope though for the sake of those looking for some chilly and wintry weather before Spring really takes over, that all the cold fans get in on the snowy action during this spell.

While it does have it’s moments (and can feel like a chasing for cold and/or hot weather thread), the variety of members we have in here with variable amounts of knowledge is what makes it an interesting place to be in. The understanding and depth of the charts/data/models a number on this thread is demonstrate is amazing. It feels like such a delight to have such information on here and something that’s valued. But even without such knowledge, the suspense and tension from those going after particular weather types provides some additional fun and excitement in-between the more serious posts. As such, I believe this thread can cater to anyone. From beginners to non-beginners. Anything is welcomed. I hope we can make this be a place so anyone can feel comfortable having a go at discussing the models. So do keep up the good work guys and gals (and remember, if your post is not about the models, is insulting or just tries to stir up trouble, you can expect vanishing cream to be poured all over it. Plus you’ll be sweeping up the cobwebs in our stinky dungeons )

The 12Z JMA also drops the Scandinavian trough a fairly good way to the East of the UK with a clean looking Northerly early next week: You can then see it becomes quite perilous with that Atlantic Low out West trying to nudge further East. But it manages to avoid the same path as the ECMWF with a little Low splitting off the main Atlantic Low. This little Low heads East/South-East through the far South of the UK into the nearby continent. A wedge of High Pressure re-amplifies in the Atlantic bringing the chilly/cold Northerly flow back: The main Atlantic Low attempts to come back in, but a weak wedge of heights then develop over Northern UK and the Low has no choice but to slide South-East into France. Then drawing in Easterly winds over the UK: The cold and wintry weather take victory.

Yep, be nice for the blanket in the sky to disappear as been dreary in the last few days.

Finally into March which, although starting on a cold note (though some white stuff again would be nice) it must feel like a relief for those with Winter Blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Same for those who love the Spring. March can still feel like a wintry month, but then a month where spots of green become increasingly noticeable on some trees and bushes with the daylight getting even longer. Some warmer/much milder weather being possible. I remember back in January how it felt like such a stretch to get to March. And now it’s here. How time does fly! It would be reasonable to say that while some who despise Winter and/or have SAD will feel some satisfaction being into the new month, it would probably take until April to bring further contentment for some with Winter Blues/SAD/A dislike of Winter. Hardest part of the year feels like it’s mostly out the way with though.

The lack of snow this Winter makes the thought of seeing some of the white stuff in March rather exciting. One thing to shaken up this cloudy dull weather. Don’t think I would want it to go on throughout all of March, as I would love to see some March Spring warmth also. Too much looking at the models becomes distracting and fatiguing after a while, particularly when showing outlooks that tickle our fancy (cold, snow, warm weather, thundery outbreaks, sunshine, gales). Sometimes I miss it when there wasn’t all these charts and data available to us. You could still get forecasts for the next few days ahead. But there was more of a sense of mystery as to how the weather could pan out.