London weather: The exact day it's set to snow in the capital next week, according to BBC Weather
Sleet is forecast to fall in London on Friday (2nd Jan) with snow on the horizon next week.
It might not have been a White Christmas, but it’s set to be a snowy start to 2026 here in London.
According to BBC Weather, sleet is forecast to fall before the week ends, with actual snow on the cards for next week.
Sleet is forecast here in London on Friday (2nd January) between 9am and 10am.
On Tuesday, 6th January, the BBC is forecasting several hours of light snow across the capital. The majority of snow will fall between 6am and 10am, making for a snowy commute across the city.
Several forecasts, including the Met Office, are predicting sub-zero temperatures in London over the next few days, especially overnight.
It could get as cold as -3C at the tail end of the week, so make sure you wrap up and whack up the heating.
BBC Weather says: “New Year's Day will start cloudy and the odd spot of rain cannot be ruled out. However, it will soon clear from the north, allowing large bright spells to develop. Cold.
“Friday will start cloudy, with a risk of some sleet and snow in the morning. Drier and brighter in the afternoon. Cold and breezy. Saturday will be another bright, breezy and cold day.”