FORECASTERS have told us snow is on the way – now latest radar predictions show Derry in the path of a major downfall.
A weather alert kicks in at 8am today (Wednesday) and last through until midnight on Thursday.
And this radar prediction from Irish Weather Online shows Derry City with an 85 per cent chance of heavy snow; and County Derry with a 100 per cent chance – or certain snowfall.
BBC Northern Ireland’s Barra Best is forecasting a certain 5cms of snow at low levels; with twice or three times that over the hills.
“Over Northern Ireland 5-10 cm may fall even at some lower levels, with more than 15 cm possible over higher ground,” says the UK Met Office.
“Strong, gusty winds will lead to drifting and temporary blizzards over high ground, while icy surfaces and lightning pose additional risks in some areas.”
The weather warning is for disruption to travel and dangerous road conditions.
The map shows where the snow will fall at 3am on Thursday morning.
If correct, expect serious disruption for bus and rail services and possible school closures.
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