24/09/2026
It's true that UK winters are changing, with frost and extreme cold becoming less common.
But "less common" doesn't mean "gone".
The Met Office says that severely cold winters are still likely to happen from time to time. That's why preparation remains just as important for anyone looking after roads, railways, airports, buildings and public spaces.
Winterisation isn't about guessing what kind of winter we'll get.
It's about being ready when the temperature suddenly drops.
De-icer. Anti-icer. White salt.
Have it ready before you need it.
Because cold weather doesn't need to stick around for months to cause disruption. It only needs to arrive.
Take a look at what the Met Office says about climate change and extreme cold weather: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/blog/2024/the-influence-of-climate-change-on-severe-weather