As temperatures reach a minimum of -5 °C in some parts of Wales tonight, many will wonder if a white Christmas is on the cards for the country this year. But while there is a chance of snow, the odds are relatively small for most areas according to the Met Office.
The weather service has revealed its long-range forecast for Tuesday, December 13, to Thursday, December 22, and Friday, December 23, until Friday, January 6. During the first timeframe, temperatures are likely to start off being lower than usual for the time of year, bringing a mixture of snow and rain across the south.
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