Heavy snow and strong winds are expected to hit Swindon, Wiltshire, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, creating difficult travel conditions for residents. The Met Office predicts a 90 per cent chance of heavy snowfall throughout the evening, specifically between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
Before the snow arrives, the town is forecast to experience strong winds with gusts reaching up to 37 mph around midday. Residents are advised to allow extra time for journeys as the combination of wind and snow is likely to cause icy roads and poor visibility.
To keep traffic moving, Swindon Borough Council will grit about 210 miles of major routes across the area. However, the council does not grit every road, meaning many side streets and pavements may remain slippery and hazardous.
Public transport services, including those run by Stagecoach West, may be suspended on hilly or rural routes if road conditions become unsafe.
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