Ashton-in-Makerfield (Greater Manchester) weather

Headline:

Cloudy and cold on Sunday, brighter for some later.

This Evening and Tonight:

Cloudy and damp at times this evening and overnight with some showery rain or drizzle. An ongoing chance of some snow, ice and fog over higher ground, mainly across the tops of the Pennines. Cold but staying generally frost-free. Minimum temperature 1 °C.

Sunday:

A cloudy morning with perhaps some drizzle in places and a little snow over the hills. Generally dry during the afternoon and turning brighter in places. Feeling rather cold. Maximum temperature 5 °C.

Outlook for Monday to Wednesday:

Rain or snow is possible at times on Monday, especially in Cumbria. Otherwise, many places staying largely dry early next week with bright spells. Becoming breezier and gradually turning milder.

Atlantic frontal systems likely spread across the UK from the west at the start of this period. These will bring spells of rain to many parts of the UK, although the heaviest rainfall will probably be in western areas. Some eastern areas could end up largely dry. Strong winds are also likely at times, especially along coasts. Through the second half of this period, toward the turn of the month, periods of unsettled weather are expected at times, with Atlantic weather systems continuing to move eastwards across the UK - these could bring heavy rain and strong winds at times. Some drier, brighter periods with showers are likely between systems. Temperatures will most likely be above average.

Unsettled during early March with Atlantic frontal systems spreading across the UK from the west. These will bring spells of rain and strong winds at times, interspersed by some drier, brighter periods between systems. Into the middle of the month, drier, more settled conditions will probably become more prevalent, especially in the south. Temperatures are most likely to be above average.