Snow forecast shows three-day blizzard may bring 16 inches after Storm Goretti

Weather models and forecasters report a potential three-day spell of heavy snow across parts of the UK around January 18–20, with up to 40 cm (about 16 inches) possible in parts of northern Scotland; the Met Office has issued local warnings including an amber alert for the Highlands.

Storm Goretti recently caused disruption across the UK and prompted weather warnings. Advanced forecast models now show another period of wintry weather is possible later this month. The most notable dates in the modelling are around January 18–20. Official agencies have issued regional warnings and provided briefings on expected conditions. Latest forecasts and warnings: - ECMWF-based modelling indicates snow flurries arriving from about January 18, with a large frontal system bringing further snow and heavy rain on January 19 and 20. - Snow depth charts for midday on January 20 show up to about 40 cm (roughly 16 inches) in parts of northern Scotland, with smaller amounts possible in Wales and northern England. - The Met Office has an amber warning for snow in the Highlands (in force from 03:00 to 14:00 tomorrow) and additional rain warnings for parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland. - Met Office Chief Forecaster Rebekah Hicks and BBC Weather forecasters have described a transition to milder air interacting with cold pockets, noting risks of freezing rain, strong winds, and local flooding where heavy rain meets snow melt. Summary: Forecast models and national forecasters indicate a potential three-day spell of heavy snow in parts of the UK around January 18–20, with the greatest accumulations likely in northern Scotland and regional warnings already issued. Undetermined at this time.