The UK is bracing for a significant temperature drop, with forecasts indicating a chilling -4C in parts of Scotland, particularly around Inverness, starting at 6am on April 14. This Arctic snap will bring snow and sleet to regions including north Wales and western Scotland. The shift in weather comes after a warm spell that saw temperatures soar to 24C in areas such as the Southeast of England. The Met Office meteorologist Greg Dewhurst noted that warmer air from the continent will lead to highs of 22C earlier in the week before the cold front arrives. The weather maps, created using data from Metdesk and WXCharts, show a band of low pressure and strong winds contributing to the wintry conditions. Following this cold snap, the Met Office's long-range forecast suggests a mix of weather patterns, with potential for drier and warmer conditions later in April, depending on high-pressure systems' positioning.