Storm Chandra named as Met Office issues warnings of rain and snow for Yorkshire

Outbreaks of rain are forecast to move northwards overnight, with rainfall totals of 20–30mm widely, and up to 40–50mm in some areas, as Storm Chandre moves through England and up to Yorkshire.

The Met Office has warned that rain could accumulate quickly in parts of the southern Pennines, with as much as 20mm falling within three hours.

While widespread snow is unlikely at low levels, conditions will be markedly different on higher ground.

Snow is expected to fall across upland areas, with 2–5cm possible above 300 metres, increasing to 5–10cm above 400 metres and up to 10–20cm above 500 metres.

The Met Office said this could impact some high-level routes, particularly across the Pennines, where drifting snow is possible due to brisk southeasterly winds.

Strong and gusty winds, especially on western slopes, may further increase the risk of travel disruption.

Forecasters added that snow may turn back to rain on some hills later, as slightly milder air pushes north from the south.

Met Office Chief Forecaster, Paul Gundersen, said: “Storm Chandra will bring a range of hazards to the UK through Monday night and Tuesday. Initially strong winds will impact the Isles of Scilly, western Cornwall and southwest Wales which are still vulnerable after Storm Goretti, gusts of 70 to 80mph are possible here.

“Heavy rain is an additional hazard as it falls on saturated ground in Dorset and southern parts of Devon, Somerset and Cornwall.

“As Chandra interacts with colder air further north, snow becomes a hazard, with 10-20cm of snow possibly accumulating over higher ground in the Pennines, southern Scotland and the Highlands.

“With a complex spell of weather, it's important people stay up to date with the forecast and any warnings in your area.”