Albert on Unsplash " />Person wearing brown boots in snow. While we didn’t quite get the White Christmas of dreams this year, new forecasts from the Met Office suggest that some of us might be seeing in a very snowy new year this week. Yes, as winter really kicks in, we can expect to see inches of snow falling across the UK and in some areas, there is even a yellow weather warning for heavy snow . Eeek. Is it going to snow this week? In a word: yes. On their website, the weather experts at the Met Office say: “Throughout Thursday, showers will increasingly turn to snow in northern Scotland, and a strong, perhaps gale force northerly wind will also set in. “A yellow national severe weather warning for snow and ice has been issued, with some significant accumulations possible by Friday morning.” If you had your fingers crossed but don’t live in northern Scotland, worry not. These freezing flutters are set to scatter across the UK. Met Office Deputy Chief Forecaster Mark Sidaway said: “It certainly looks like we are in for a taste of ‘winter’ as we welcome in the New Year, initially in the north, but more widely across the UK for the first week of 2026. “Arctic air and strong northerly winds will bring cold or very cold conditions to all parts of the UK, and it will feel especially cold in the strong winds. Widespread and locally severe frosts are expected, along with the first snow of the winter for many.” Stay safe in the cold The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an amber cold health alert for the health sector covering the North East and North West of England until January 5. All other regions in England will be under a yellow alert for this period. Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, said: “As the colder weather sets in it is vital to check in on friends, family and neighbours that are most vulnerable. “The forecasted temperatures can have a serious impact on the health of some people, leading to increased risk of heart attacks , strokes and chest infections, particularly for individuals over the age of 65 and those with pre-existing health conditions.” Brr! Related... Yellow Snow And Ice Warnings: Risks And Next Steps, Explained Predicting Snow In The UK Is Hard Because Apparently, It's Not Cold And Wet Enough Can Dogs Walk In Snow? This Is How To Keep Them Safe