What are the chances of a White Christmas in 2025

For Christmas to be officially considered white, the snow doesn't have to be deep and crisp and even; all that is needed is a single snowflake at any point of Christmas Day at any of the 300 Met Office observation stations. 

In fact, a White Christmas has occurred most years (in some places), but the most widespread White Christmas was back in 2010 when 83% of weather stations reported snow on the ground. 

A blizzard of snow and rain is set to hit parts of the UK closer to Christmas - with the most likely to be in parts of Scotland and northern England (no surprises there then!).  

50% chance of snow in Aberdeen 

44% chance of snow in Glasgow and Edinburgh 

Carlisle has odds of 5/1 for snowfall, with Newcastle and Sheffield leading in England, with odds of 6/4

What is not considered a white Christmas then?

If snow is already lying on the ground, it will make things look picture postcard perfect, but it won't count as a white Christmas according to the official definition.  

What months are best for snow?

Whilst December marks the start of the snow season (unless you live in The Lakes, when we had snow on the tops in November), it is usually January and February that bring the most snow. 

With that in mind, now is a good time to invest in Warm Wellies - and they make great Christmas presents - keeping feet warm and cosy. Let's face it, Warm Wellies for Christmas is a present that will give the gift of warmth right through the winter.