A 'bomb cyclone' hurtling across the Atlantic is set to bring high winds, heavy rain and fog to the United Kingdom, with the disruption of the Polar Vortex having direct impacts on our weather

The Met Office has warned of flooding, flight and public transport delays, and a “danger to life” from fast-flowing rivers in parts of the UK. The forecaster said flooding to homes and businesses and delays to train and bus services are likely in the south-west of England on Wednesday.

Elsewhere, Bristol, Bath and Bournemouth could see temperatures fall to -2C, while Southampton is forecast to hit -1C. London is also expected to shiver, with overnight lows of -2C, and parts of Norfolk could plunge to -3C.

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for parts of the UK this weekend, with heavy rain expected in Cumbria, Scotland and north-west England leading to possible flooding and power cuts

Rare pink fog descends on the UK as Met Office issues weather warnings across the country - A number of flights to and from London City Airport have been cancelled

The weather phenomenon, which is mostly common in the US, will hit several areas of the country, the maps have suggested.

Updated UK weather forecasts suggest colder, more settled conditions heading into Christmas 2025, with snow possible in parts of Britain as temperatures fall and high pressure builds.

More settled but colder conditions are expected, with the potential for wintry showers in places, the Met Office said.

The UK is forecast to experience a significant freeze in the coming weeks, with five counties expected to be hit the hardest.