At around midday on March 7, maps show the initial impact of this 'Beast from the East' storm will be felt in south-east England, including London, as well as over the Pennines, the north-east and parts of Scotland. The North East is forecast to get especially snowy across Durham and Northumberland. In the Met Office's long-range forecast, it estimates that "Some snow is possible across high ground in the north." While the risk of such a snow storm is up for debate between forecasters, people should still wrap up warm as Winter isn't over just yet. It will keep you up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from the North East.

Source: Daily Mirror February 21, 2026 22:17 UTC