The alert is in place 9am on Tuesday, January 14 and highlights significant health risks, particularly to vulnerable groups.
The UKHSA warns that the ongoing cold weather could significantly impact health services, with vulnerable groups—such as the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions—particularly at risk.
Freezing fog, frost, and daytime highs barely rising above freezing are expected this weekend.
Here is a breakdown of this weekend’s weather in London according to the Met Office:
Saturday:
Saturday will be bitterly cold, with temperatures struggling to rise above 2°C. Freezing fog is expected to persist in some areas or lift into low cloud, creating overcast conditions.
Key Forecast Details:
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Overnight (12am – 6am):
- Temperature: -1°C to -2°C
- Feels Like: -3°C to -4°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
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Morning (6am – 12pm):
- Temperature: -2°C to 0°C
- Feels Like: -4°C to -2°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
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Afternoon (12pm – 6pm):
- Temperature: 1°C to 2°C
- Feels Like: -1°C to 1°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
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Evening (6pm – 12am):
- Temperature: 0°C to -1°C
- Feels Like: -1°C to -3°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
Sunday:
Sunday will see slightly higher temperatures in the afternoon, but freezing fog and frost will persist through the morning. Highs of 4°C are expected.
Key Forecast Details:
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Overnight (12am – 6am):
- Temperature: -1°C to -2°C
- Feels Like: -3°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%-10%
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Morning (6am – 12pm):
- Temperature: -2°C to 2°C
- Feels Like: -3°C to 0°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
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Afternoon (12pm – 6pm):
- Temperature: 2°C to 4°C
- Feels Like: 0°C to 3°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%
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Evening (6pm – 12am):
- Temperature: 3°C to 2°C
- Feels Like: 1°C to 0°C
- Chance of Precipitation: <5%