Weather experts warn of a polar vortex split, leading to a Sudden Stratospheric Warming event that may bring colder air and snow in February
Galway: Weather experts are saying a polar vortex split might happen soon. This could lead to a Sudden Stratospheric Warming event, which sounds dramatic.
Recent weather models show this split could occur by mid-February. Both GFS and ECM models are predicting this change. It’s something to keep an eye on.
One weather account, Snow Dreamer X, mentioned that forecasts are leaning towards a weaker vortex as February progresses. It’s an interesting time for winter weather watchers.
In 2018, a similar event led to severe cold and snow. Experts are now suggesting we might see something similar soon, possibly a “snow beast” in early February.
MetJeffUK, a seasoned forecaster, is also watching this situation closely. He hinted that something significant might be brewing, so we should stay tuned.
Another weather enthusiast, Paul Blight, noted that models are showing a large anticyclone forming over North-West Russia. This could lead to colder air moving towards Europe.
He mentioned that the second week of February often sees successful cold air incursions. The Global Forecast System indicates a significant cold pool developing soon.
Meanwhile, Met Eireann has shared its forecast for the upcoming days. Expect a mostly dry day with some sunny spells, but it will get cloudier later.
Tonight, it will be breezy with light rain in some areas. Temperatures will drop but warm up by Saturday morning. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with scattered rain.
