A big geographical divide in weather conditions is expected to dominate next month, according to meteorologists.
The latest Met Office long-range forecast predicts "unsettled" weather in the north for much of February, while settled conditions are more likely in the south.
"Showers and longer spells of rain with strong winds are likely in the north and particularly in northwestern parts of the UK", the forecast for Friday 3 February to Sunday 12 February says.
