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The Met Office has given its verdict on whether or not we will see a magical white Christmas this year - and it's not looking hopeful.
While forecasters expect drier conditions than those seen in recent weeks, meteorologists say the chance of snowfall on Christmas Day is unlikely.
Sharing the forecast for the week, the Met Office says temperatures are expected to drop on Christmas Eve, with high pressure bringing settled conditions and cold winds.
Meanwhile, the weather is expected to remain dry on December 25.
Light showers are possible, the forecaster says, particularly on the southwest coastline later into the day.
Temperatures may fall as low as 2C but the air could feel colder in the strong eastern wind.
On the likelihood of snow on the big day, Paul Gundersen, Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "The question we get most at this time of year is about the chance of snow on Christmas Day.
"There's a small chance of light showers, which, if they occur, will be a mix of rain, sleet and some snow over higher ground. The chance is relatively low as it stands, and there are no strong signals for significant or widespread snowfall.
"As always, we advise everyone to keep up to date with the latest Met Office forecasts and warnings, especially if you're making plans over the festive period."
A white Christmas is declared when a single snowflake is observed falling during the 24 hours of December 25, either by an official observer or an automated weather station.
The last official white Christmas in the UK was in 2023, although the snowfall was not widespread.
The Met Office stated that 11 per cent of its weather stations recorded snowfall in 2023, although none reported any snow on the ground.
But widespread snow on Christmas Day hasn't been seen in 15 years, last falling in 2010.